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Botanical Name
:
Cyperus scariosus R. Br.
English
Name
:
Umbrella's Edge
Family
:
Cyperaceae
General Info
Description
Tuberous slender plant
Herb Effects
Stimulates the cardiovascular system (rhizome); diaphoretic, diuretic, astringent, increases the secretion of gastric juices, dessicant, cordial, stomachic, stimulant and aphrodisiac (tuber)
Chemistry
Active Ingredients
Beta-selinene, iso-patchoul-3.5-diene and iso-patchoul-4(5)-en-3-one (essential oil).
Chemistry
of Active Ingredients
Name
CAS#
IUPAC Name
Formula
Structure
Beta-selinene
18423-23-9
4a-methyl-1-methylid ene-7-prop-1-en-2-yl -decalin
C15 H24
Pharmacology
Medicinal Use
Increasing the secretion of gastric juices, as an aphrodisiac and desiccant (tuber); in syphilis, gonorrhea, debility and diarrhea (tuber decoction).
Reference
Chandel et al., Biodiversity in Medicinal and Aromatic Plants in India.
The Himalaya Drug Company.
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