What are the uses of Senna alata?

Senna alata is a medicinal herb of Leguminosae family. It is distributed in the tropical and humid regions. The plant is traditionally used in the treatment of typhoid, diabetes, malaria, asthma, ringworms, tinea infections, scabies, blotch, herpes, and eczema.

Is Senna alata same as Cassia alata?

Senna alata (also known as Cassia alata) is often called the ringworm bush because of its very effective fungicidal properties, for treating ringworm and other fungal infections of the skin.

Is Senna alata invasive?

We recorded the invasive candle bush (Senna alata) for the first time in oases of southern Baja California peninsula in October 2013 and February 2015. We strongly recommend eradicating this invasive species from Baja California oases now, while it is in the early stages of invasion.

Is Senna alata edible?

Edible Uses: Young leaves – cooked[298 ]. Toasted leaves are sometimes used as a coffee substitute[299 ]. Young pods – cooked and eaten as a vegetable[299 ].

How do you take senna leaves?

Steep 1-2 grams of dried senna leaves in hot water for a maximum of 10 minutes. Strain in a cup and add your favourite sweetener as per taste. Do not have more than twice in one day. If you are buying a herbal tea blend that has senna, always check the amount of the herb before incorporating it into your daily diet.

How do you use Senna leaves for skin?

Senna (Senna) helps to control the symptoms of Skin diseases like eczema including rough skin, blisters, inflammation, itchiness and bleeding. Applying Senna leaf paste on the skin reduces inflammation and stops bleeding because of its Ropan (healing) property. a. Take 0.5-2 gm of Senna powder.

What is the family of Senna alata?

Legumes
Senna alata/Family

What is the Yoruba name for Senna alata?

Asunrun Oyinbo
Commonly called bush candle, Cassia alata/Senna alata, which belongs to the plant family fabaceae/ leguminosae is an ornamental shrub.It is called Asunrun Oyinbo in Yoruba and Ogalu in Ibo.

How do you grow Senna alata?

Cultivation. Plant seeds about three quarters of an inch deep in a well-drained soil and humus mixture with a pH range of 5.5 to 6.5. Find an area with full sun for the seedlings’ permanent home and feed with a balanced fertilizer after planting and then once a month during the growing season.

How long does it take senna to work?

Senna takes about 8 hours to work. It’s normal to take it at bedtime so it works overnight. Drink plenty of fluids (6 to 8 glasses a day) while you are taking senna or your constipation may get worse.