What is Nagod tree?
It is scientifically termed Vitex negundo and commonly known as “Nishinda” in Bengali, “Nallavalli” in Telugu, “Nagod” in Gujarati and “Nallanochi” in Tamil. Ancient Ayurvedic texts praise the curative traits of “Nirgundi”, which in Sanskrit literally translates to “that which protects the body from diseases”.
What are the uses of Vitex Negundo?
Uses of Vitex negundo L.
- Uses from NIF Database.
- Oozing from ear. Few drops (3-4) of warmed juice of leaves is put in the ear- Susanta Kumar Manjhi, Birbhum, West Bengal.
- Ear pain.
- Obesity.
- Diabetes.
- Rheumatism.
- Muscular pain.
- Skin disease.
What is Negundo?
1 capitalized, in some classifications : a genus of trees set off from Acer on the basis of the pinnate leaves. 2 plural -s : box elder.
What is lagundi in Tagalog?
SCIENTIFIC NAME: Vitex negundo L. ENGLIS: Five-leaved Chaste tree TAGALOG: Lagundi, Kamalan ILOCANO: Dangla Visayan: Tugas. Lagundi is a large native shrub that grows in the Philippines and has been traditionally used as herbal medicine.
How do you use Nochi leaves?
A small bundle of Nochi leaves are heated and used over swelling as fomentation in the affected area to relieve pain. Nochi leaves are highly effective against spleen enlargement. Juice of Nochi leaves is prescribed to be taken early morning on empty stomach to relieve spleenomegally.
What is Nochi leaf in English?
“It is nochi in Tamil, white-chaste tree in English. Botanically it’s known as vitex trifolia or vitex nigundo,” he says. The names correspond to karu and vellai nochi.
Which fruit is present in Vitex Negundo?
The fruit is a succulent drupe, 4 mm (0.16 in) in diameter, rounded to egg-shaped. It is black or purple when ripe….Vitex negundo.
| Five-leaved chaste tree | |
|---|---|
| Species: | V. negundo |
| Binomial name | |
| Vitex negundo L. | |
| Synonyms |
What is Nochi plant in English?
Nochi is called by different names in different parts of India. In English the shrub is called Chinese Chaste tree, chaste tree or Horseshoe Vitex and the botanical name is Vitex negundo. It is an erect shrub which grows to the height of 2-8 metres. The leaves are digitate with five and sometimes three leaflets.
Can I drink lagundi tea everyday?
Just boil 3 bags of the Lagundi tea in 10 to 12 cups of water and drink it all day. The taste is not bad at all specially if you put honey in it. I recommend this tea to all my friends and family.
What is the purpose of lagundi?
Lagundi is generally used for the treatment of coughs, asthma symptoms, and other respiratory problems. Lagundi is also known for its analgesic effect that helps alleviate pain and discomfort.
What are the uses of Nochi?
Health Benefits of Nochi or Nirgundi
- Remedies of Asthma Symptoms. Applying nirgundi oil, a strong antihistamine on the nose, neck and chest diminishes congestion in those suffering from asthma.
- Treats Menstrual Cramps.
- Relieves Anxiety.
- Alleviates Joint Pain.
- Cures High Fevers.