Shankhpushpi – Convolvulus pluricaulis

Description

Shankhpushpi goes by the botanical name – Convolvulus pluricaulis. The following are the benefits of Shankhpushpi –

• Shankhpushpi has tikta rasa, is snigdha and picchil – bitter in taste, has oily texture and slimy in nature.
• In Sanskrit Shankhpushpi is known as Mangalyakushuma which means bringer of good health.
• Shankhpushpi improves cognitive functions, reduces mental fatigue
• Shankhpushpi is anti-stress, anti-anxiety and anti-depression
• Shankhpushpi improves digestion
• Improves cardiac functioning
• Improves skin health
• Prevents headaches

Shankhpushpi can be used for insomnia, anorexia nervosa, for hypertension, ulcers and neural diseases. Shankhpushpi is considered safe for pregnant women.

Consult your Ayurvedic Doctor for proper usage.