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Moringa known as Sigru or Shobhanjana in Ayurveda refers to Moringa oleifera. It is a potent medicinal tree where the root bark stem bark seeds and leaves are utilized. Possessing Pungent and Bitter tastes with Light Dry and Sharp qualities it acts as a powerful Kapha and Vata pacifier though potentially aggravating Pitta due to its Hot potency. It is highly valued as Sothahara or anti inflammatory agent effectively treating edema goiter and deep seated swellings. Additionally it acts as Krimighna destroying intestinal worms and aids digestion. Clinically it is indicated for skin diseases obesity eye disorders and respiratory ailments like cough and asthma. The Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India recommends a dosage of 2 to 5 grams for root bark and 1 to 3 grams for seed powder.
Moringa, scientifically known as Moringa oleifera, is a well-known medicinal tree in Ayurveda, revered for its ability to treat deep-seated inflammation and digestive disorders. It is commonly known as the Drumstick tree. In traditional texts, it is referred to as Sigru or Shobhanjana. While its fruits (drumsticks) are popular vegetables, Ayurveda extensively utilizes its root bark, stem bark, seeds, and leaves for therapeutic purposes, particularly for treating swellings (Sotha) and parasitic infections (Krimi).
Moringa is a small or medium-sized tree found wild in the sub-Himalayan tracts and cultivated all over India. It is fast-growing and drought-resistant. In Ayurveda, it is highly valued as a Sothahara (anti-inflammatory) and Krimighna (anthelmintic) agent. It is often used in "sweating" therapies (Svedana) and externally as a paste (Lepa) to reduce pain and swelling.
According to the Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India, Moringa (specifically the root bark and seeds) possesses the following properties:
Moringa is indicated in Ayurveda for the following conditions:
The recommended dosage according to the Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India:
Moringa is generally safe when used in recommended therapeutic doses. However, the root bark and seeds are potent and sharp (Tikshna), and should be used with discretion.
WHO Monographs on Selected Medicinal Plants
https://apps.who.int/iris/handle/10665/42052
WHO Global Report on Traditional and Complementary Medicine
https://www.who.int/publications/i/item/9789241515436
FAO – Moringa oleifera (Ecocrop Database)
https://ecocrop.fao.org
Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India (API) – Shigru
https://www.ayush.gov.in
National Medicinal Plants Board (NMPB) – Moringa oleifera
https://nmpb.nic.in
PubMed – Moringa oleifera Research Articles
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=Moringa+oleifera
NCBI Taxonomy Database – Moringa oleifera
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
ScienceDirect – Moringa Phytochemistry & Pharmacology
https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/agricultural-and-biological-sciences/moringa-oleifera
SpringerLink – Clinical & Experimental Studies on Moringa
https://link.springer.com
Wiley Online Library – Moringa Research Articles
https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com
Kew Science – Plants of the World Online (Moringa oleifera)
https://powo.science.kew.org
World Flora Online – Moringa oleifera
https://www.worldfloraonline.org
** **Q. Can it be taken daily?
The fruit (drumstick) can be eaten as a vegetable. However, the medicinal parts like root bark or concentrated seed powder are "sharp" and "hot" and are best taken for specific therapeutic durations under guidance, rather than as a daily long-term supplement for everyone.
Q. When should it be taken?
It is often prescribed to be taken with honey or warm water to treat inflammation or digestive issues.
Q. Can it be taken with milk/water?
Yes, powders are often taken with warm water. In some external applications (lepa), it is mixed with sour liquids (like Kanji) to treat swelling.
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MD Pharmacology, MBBS
Last updated on
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Reviewed by medical experts • For informational purposes only
Moringa known as Sigru or Shobhanjana in Ayurveda refers to Moringa oleifera. It is a potent medicinal tree where the root bark stem bark seeds and leaves are utilized. Possessing Pungent and Bitter tastes with Light Dry and Sharp qualities it acts as a powerful Kapha and Vata pacifier though potentially aggravating Pitta due to its Hot potency. It is highly valued as Sothahara or anti inflammatory agent effectively treating edema goiter and deep seated swellings. Additionally it acts as Krimighna destroying intestinal worms and aids digestion. Clinically it is indicated for skin diseases obesity eye disorders and respiratory ailments like cough and asthma. The Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India recommends a dosage of 2 to 5 grams for root bark and 1 to 3 grams for seed powder.
Moringa, scientifically known as Moringa oleifera, is a well-known medicinal tree in Ayurveda, revered for its ability to treat deep-seated inflammation and digestive disorders. It is commonly known as the Drumstick tree. In traditional texts, it is referred to as Sigru or Shobhanjana. While its fruits (drumsticks) are popular vegetables, Ayurveda extensively utilizes its root bark, stem bark, seeds, and leaves for therapeutic purposes, particularly for treating swellings (Sotha) and parasitic infections (Krimi).
Moringa is a small or medium-sized tree found wild in the sub-Himalayan tracts and cultivated all over India. It is fast-growing and drought-resistant. In Ayurveda, it is highly valued as a Sothahara (anti-inflammatory) and Krimighna (anthelmintic) agent. It is often used in "sweating" therapies (Svedana) and externally as a paste (Lepa) to reduce pain and swelling.
According to the Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India, Moringa (specifically the root bark and seeds) possesses the following properties:
Moringa is indicated in Ayurveda for the following conditions:
The recommended dosage according to the Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India:
Moringa is generally safe when used in recommended therapeutic doses. However, the root bark and seeds are potent and sharp (Tikshna), and should be used with discretion.
WHO Monographs on Selected Medicinal Plants
https://apps.who.int/iris/handle/10665/42052
WHO Global Report on Traditional and Complementary Medicine
https://www.who.int/publications/i/item/9789241515436
FAO – Moringa oleifera (Ecocrop Database)
https://ecocrop.fao.org
Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India (API) – Shigru
https://www.ayush.gov.in
National Medicinal Plants Board (NMPB) – Moringa oleifera
https://nmpb.nic.in
PubMed – Moringa oleifera Research Articles
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=Moringa+oleifera
NCBI Taxonomy Database – Moringa oleifera
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
ScienceDirect – Moringa Phytochemistry & Pharmacology
https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/agricultural-and-biological-sciences/moringa-oleifera
SpringerLink – Clinical & Experimental Studies on Moringa
https://link.springer.com
Wiley Online Library – Moringa Research Articles
https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com
Kew Science – Plants of the World Online (Moringa oleifera)
https://powo.science.kew.org
World Flora Online – Moringa oleifera
https://www.worldfloraonline.org
** **Q. Can it be taken daily?
The fruit (drumstick) can be eaten as a vegetable. However, the medicinal parts like root bark or concentrated seed powder are "sharp" and "hot" and are best taken for specific therapeutic durations under guidance, rather than as a daily long-term supplement for everyone.
Q. When should it be taken?
It is often prescribed to be taken with honey or warm water to treat inflammation or digestive issues.
Q. Can it be taken with milk/water?
Yes, powders are often taken with warm water. In some external applications (lepa), it is mixed with sour liquids (like Kanji) to treat swelling.
Written By
Sathyaprek
BDS
Reviewed By
Dr. Varun Gupta
MD Pharmacology, MBBS
Last updated on
27 Sep 2022 • 06:23 PM (IST)
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