Medicinal uses of canda - Angelica archengelica Linn.

canda :

Angelica archangelica Inflorescence Photograph by: H. Zell


General Use:

The herb, including the fruits and roots, is used for flavoring, and is reported to possess carminative properties. The root is aromatic and is reported to possess diaphoretic and diuretic properties, and is used in flatulent colic. It is sometimes applied externally as a counter-irritant. Internally it is used in digestive complaints, flatulence or as a tonic for cold and the respiratory system

Therapeutic Uses:

Kaphahara, Mutrala, Vatahara, Visaghna, Svasahara, Varnaprasadaka, Svedaghna, Kandughna, Daurgandhahara

Systemic Use:

It is widely used in the treatment of a variety of diseases like plague, pleurisy, cough, flu, bronchial catarrh, rheumatism, uterine stimulant, etc. In fact, it is the most widely used European plant. It is especially useful in menstrual disorders. It regulates periods, and helps in expulsion of placenta after delivery.

Pharmacological:

* AntiCancer * Antitussive * Aromatic * Bitter * Carminative * Cordial * Diaphoretic/sudorific * Emmenagogue * Expectorant * Nervine * Stimulant * Stomachic * Tonic

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