No. 031Botanical
Tephrosia purpurea
Whole plant
Botanical
Sharpunkha
A hardy herb used in Ayurveda as a liver and spleen tonic.
- Botanical name
- Tephrosia purpurea
- Also known as
- Sarphonka, Wild indigo
- Part used
- Whole plant
- Evidence
- Traditional use Evidence level 1 of 5
- Body systems
- Liver
In tradition
Sharpunkha is classically described as a remedy for an enlarged liver and spleen.
In research
Contains flavonoids such as rutin and tephrosin, studied for hepatoprotective activity.
Strength of evidence
Traditional use Evidence level 1 of 5Documented in classical texts or long practice. Not yet tested in clinical trials. How we grade evidence.
Where you will find it
Products that contain it
Ingredient pages summarise traditional use and the direction of published research for education. They are not claims about any product and are not medical advice.
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