Colchicum luteum
Corm
Botanical
Suranjan
A Himalayan corm used in Unani and Ayurvedic practice for joint pain.
- Botanical name
- Colchicum luteum
- Also known as
- Suranjan siri
- Part used
- Corm
- Evidence
- Traditional use Evidence level 1 of 5
- Body systems
- Joints and muscles
In tradition
Suranjan has a long history in preparations for gout and joint swelling.
In research
It contains colchicine, the alkaloid used in modern medicine for gout.
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.
Safety and cautions
Contains colchicine, which is toxic if swallowed. In our range it is used only in an external oil. Keep away from children and never ingest.
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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