Kolinchi / Common Tephrosia (Raw)

Botanical Name            : Tephrosia purpurea

English Name                :  Common Tephrosia

Tamil Name                   :  கொழுஞ்சி / Kolinji      

Hindi Name                   : Sarphonk / सरफोंक

Malayalam Name         :  കൊഴിഞ്ഞില്  / Kozhinjil

Telugu Name                 :   వెంపలి  చెట్టు / Vempali Chettu

 

About  Kolinchi ( Common Tephrosia ):-

Kolinchi is a Perennial erect herb that is up to 50 cm tall. The stem is Woody, 0.5-1.5 cm thick, cylindrical, slightly angular near the apex, the outer surface is green and glabrous. Leaves are imparipinnate; leaflets are  7-15, 1-2.8 x 0.3-1 cm, oblanceolate or obovate, base cuneate, apex obtuse to emarginate or truncate, mucronate; stipules 3-6 mm long, lanceolate. Flowers are about 7 mm long, leaf-opposed, pseudoracemes; pedicels are 3-4 mm long, bracts are   2 mm long. The calyx is 3-4 mm long, pubescent -lobes subulate. Corolla is pink to purplish and orbicular. Staminal tube is 4 mm long. Pods are 2.5-4 x 0.3-0.4 cm, linear-oblong, 5-7-seeded. Seeds are ellipsoid and dark brown.

 

Benefits of Kolinchi (Common Tephrosia):-

• This is known to be an effective herb for the treatment of liver cirrhosis. It helps in the detoxification of the liver and also helps in the regeneration of new liver cells.  
• It also helps to provide relief in the symptoms like ose bleeding, weight loss, decreased appetite, jaundice (yellow discoloration), anorexia, itchy skin, weakness, abdominal swellingn (ascites), and swelling of the legs (edema). Hence it is an effective herb for the treatment of liver disorders.
• The use of Kolinchi is quite good to manage the Splenomegaly.  It helps in the production of blood cells. Kolinchi also helps to manage the symptoms like anemia, fatigue, easy bleeding, the fullness of the stomach, and pain in the upper abdomen which are associated with splenomegaly. 
• Kolinchi has kidney protective properties. It helps to strengthen the kidney system and aids in the removal of waste material from the body.
•  Kolinchi is quite beneficial in the treatment of skin diseases. Insecticidal properties of the herb are used for treating skin eruptions. Leaves of Kolinchi contain rotenoid, which acts as an insecticide. Whereas seeds contain a flavonoid, lanceolarin B, which helps in the healing of the skin. Hence use of Kolinchi is quite good in the treatment of various skin diseases like eczema, scabies, and leprosy.
• The anti-diabetic properties of Kolinchi help to maintain healthy blood sugar levels. Moreover, Kolinchi also helps to manage the symptoms of diabetes like increased urination, fatigue, weight loss, excessive thirst, blurred vision, and slow healing of the wounds.
•  Antipyretic and analgesic properties of Kolinchi are quite good in the treatment of fever.
• Kolinchi is also loaded with anti-inflammatory properties which help to reduce different body pains.
•  Antimicrobial activities of herbs are quite beneficial to manage several viral, bacterial, and fungal infections.
• It is known to be a beneficial herb for the treatment of female reproductive health issues. 
•  The use of Kolinchi is quite effective in the treatment of uterine fibroids, ovarian cysts, PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome). Kolinchi helps to reduce the size of cysts and any outgrowth in the uterus.
• The use of Kolinchi is quite good for resolving digestive disorders.
•  It helps to provide relief in indigestion, heartburn, intestine pain, acidity, etc.

 

Procurement & Agriculture Method:

 90% of Our Herbs are Wild crops and 100% organic by nature; the remaining 10% are organically grown, dried, and pulverized with no chemical or preservatives.

 

Disclaimer:

 The Consumption details and benefits listed on our website are taken from Tamil ancient books and Siddha records, as well as its been further fine-tuned by our Siddha Doctors Team. Anyhow you are requested to consult your doctor before use.100

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