Crateva nurvala
Bark
Botanical
Varun
A bark traditionally used in Ayurveda for the urinary tract.
- Botanical name
- Crateva nurvala
- Also known as
- Three-leaved caper
- Part used
- Bark
- Evidence
- Traditional use Evidence level 1 of 5
- Body systems
- Kidneys
In tradition
Varun is traditionally used in Ayurveda for the bladder and urinary tract.
In research
Lupeol, a triterpene in its bark, has been studied in relation to urinary crystal formation.
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.
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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