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Hindi Name:Ashok |
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Sanskrit Name:Ashok, Hempushpa |
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Common Name:Sorrowless tree |
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Latin Name:Saraca asoca Roxb |
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Medicinal Properties:The bark, seeds and flowers of Ashok are used in Ayurvedic formulations. It is used as a blood purifier, uterine tonic and is been indicated in menstrual irregularities. Ashok happens to be a uterine stimulant and increases uterine contractions. It also stimulates the ovarian tissue. In Ayurvedic it is used in formulations for controlling leucorrhoea and other menstrual irregularities and irregular activity of ovaries. It is a known herb to help female health.
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Effect on Dosha:Pacifies Kapha and Pitta |
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Main Classical Uses:Ashokarishta, Ashoka Ghrita |
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Reference:Dravyaguna Vigyan, By- Prof. Priyavrat Sharma, Chaukhambha Bharti Academy, Varanasi. INDIA |