Indian Madder / Rubia cordifolia

Indian Madder: Details, Properties, Effects

Family:

Rubiaceae

Genus:

Rubia

Species:

cordifolia

Folk / Common Names:

manjistha, majith, tamaralli, manditti

Actions:

Anti-inflammatory,Antimicrobial, Antioxidant, Anti Aging, Blood purifier,Diuretic, Liver support, lymph cleanser.

Part(s) Used:

Root

Constituents:

Anthraquinones,Triterpenoids - oleanolic acid and ursolic acid, Quinones-rubiadin and lucidin. Flavonoids - Kaempferol and quercetin, Polyphenols,Xanthones - rubraxanthone and lucixanthone, Sterols - beta-sitosterol, campesterol, and stigmasterol, Polysaccharides: Polysaccharides -Mannans Proanthocyanidins .

Uses:

Indian Madder or Manjistha is a very potent blood clanser and tonic to the blood. It reduces Pitta, so any heat conditions of the blood will be reduced by Indian Madder. It is useful for Skin conditions susch as eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis. It is also useful to include in formulas for HSV1 and HSV2 , both internally and topically in a creme. It can beused for tumours, to increase blood flow and for injuries or infection. Manjistha can be used with Teasel, Eucommia, Drynaria, OxKnee Root for broken bones and fractues as it improves blood flow to the affected area .

Majikal Uses:

Can be used in protection spells and in travel sachets.

Notes:

Skin conditions such as eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis

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