Amaranthus hypochondriacus

Princes Feather, Red Cockscomb. Spleen Amaranth
Survaali (Unani); Tukhm-e-Survaali (Seed, Unani)
Shitivaraka (Ayurveda)

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Amaranthus hypochondriacus
E. Blackwell, A curious herbal, vol. 2 (1739)

Botanical name:

Amaranthus hypochondriacus

Parts used:

Seeds, flowering tops

Temperature & Taste:

Cool, dry

Uses:

1. Benefits the Kidneys, Astringes:

-Spermatorrhea
-increases Sperm; Sexual Debility
-frequent Urination
-Diarrhea, Dysentery
-Seed is used (Unani)

2. Clears Heat, Stops Bleeding:

-excess Menstruation, Uterine Bleeding
-Bleeding Piles

3. Externally:

-gargle for sore throat and mouth ulcers
-topically for Wounds
-externally or in douches for Leukorrhea

Dose:

Seed is taken with Milk to nourish Sperm.
Powder of the Seed or Flower: 3–5 grams
Seed in Decoction: 5–15 grams

Main Combinations:

Major Formulas:

Cautions:

Large doses are nauseating

Main Preparations used:

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