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Botanical Name
Cyperus scariosus R. Br.
English Name
Umbrella's Edge
Family
Cyperaceae
Tuberous slender plant
Stimulates the cardiovascular system (rhizome); diaphoretic, diuretic, astringent, increases the secretion of gastric juices, dessicant, cordial, stomachic, stimulant and aphrodisiac (tuber)
Herbal Monograph
Beta-selinene, iso-patchoul-3.5-diene and iso-patchoul-4(5)-en-3-one (essential oil).
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Increasing the secretion of gastric juices, as an aphrodisiac and desiccant (tuber); in syphilis, gonorrhea, debility and diarrhea (tuber decoction).
Chandel et al., Biodiversity in Medicinal and Aromatic Plants in India.
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