Varuna

Latin Name

Crataeva nurvala

English Name

Three- leaved caper

Sanskrit Name

Baruna
(वरुण)

Part Used

Bark
(त्वक्)

Effect on Dosha

Pacifies Kapha, Vata and aggravates Pitta

Properties and Uses

It has specific action on Urinary system where it is used for the treatment of urinary calculus, urinary tract infections and as diuretic. It relieves flatulence and is found to be effective in liver ailments. External application with bark is used in the treatment of abscess.

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