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Vayambu (Acorus Calamus) — Ayurvedic Medicinal Herbs

Vayambu is given to small children and young students. It is believed to have a positive effect on mental development of the children.

The rhizome also has sedative properties and used in the treatment of epilepsy. It is also used in the treatment of dysentery, fever, kidney problems, rheumatism, certain skin problems, etc. Vayambu is a constituent of many traditional Ayurveda medicine preparations.

The English names of vayambu are sweet flag and calamus.

Acorus calamus is in the family Acoraceae.

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