Punarnava
पुनर्नवा
Hogweed · തവിഴാമ
About
Boerhavia diffusa. "Renewer" — classical diuretic.
Classical properties
| Sanskrit | पुनर्नवा |
|---|---|
| English | Hogweed |
| Malayalam | തവിഴാമ |
| Rasa (taste) | tikta, katu |
| Guna (quality) | laghu, ruksha |
| Virya (potency) | ushna |
| Vipaka (post-digestive effect) | madhura |
Traditional uses
Edema, kidney disease, anemia, jaundice.
Found in formulations
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This information is educational and based on classical Ayurvedic texts. It is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified BAMS / MD-Ayurveda practitioner before using any herb therapeutically — dosage, anupana (vehicle), and combinations are person-specific.