Pattanga

Latin Name

Caesalpinia sappan

English Name

Sappan

Sanskrit Name

Patang
(पतंग)

Part Used

Heartwood
(काण्डसार)

Effect on Dosha

Pacifies Kapha and Vata

Properties and Uses

Due to astringent nature it has coagulative, styptic and healing properties therefore its external application is used in oozing, bleeding wounds and skin diseases. It is effective in dysentery, haemoptysis. It is popularly used for the treatment of vaginal discharge. Due to cooling character it relieves burning sensation.

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