Other names of Henna
Lawsonia inermis, Madayantika, Mehndi, Mehadi, Mailanci, Marudani, Goranta, Mailanchi and Maurangi.
Roots, leaves, flower and bark of Henna are used in different Ayurvedic treatments.
Roots of Henna are diuretic, emmenagogue, and refrigerant.
Leaves of refrigerant, diuretic, emetic, expectorant, anti-inflammatory, and liver tonic.
Flowers of Henna are refrigerant, cardiotonic and febrifuge.
Ayurvedic health and benefits and uses of Henna
Fungus and scabies
To treat fungus affecting the crevices between the toes and fingers, apply henna leaves the paste on the affected area and leave it on until the pack gets dry and cracks. Do this daily until the infection is wiped out.
Fainting and hysteria
The peculiar smell of henna flowers has an invigorating effect in bouts of hysteria and fainting and reduces frequency of attacks.
sleeplessness
Fill a pillow with henna flowers before sleeping gives a restful slumber.
Burns and scalds
Make a decoction of the bark of henna , it is a soothing agent when poured on the affected area.
Headache
Take a cold infusion of the flowers twice a day to relieve headaches.
Stomatitis
Gargle frequently with a decoction of the leaves to soothe the oral ulcers.
Gout
The paste of the leaves is tied around the affected joints and left overnight to relieve burning sensation.
Blood Purifier
The decoction of henna flowers should be taken twice a day in skin infections and rashes to relieve itching and burning sensation.
These are the Ayurvedic health benefits and uses of Henna.
