March 23rd, 2007 | admin

Naruneendi (Hemidesmus indicus) is a small semi erect climbing shrub used as an Ayurvedic herb. The root of this herb is used as a tonic, blood purifier, and diuretic. It is also used in the treatment of rheumatism, skin infections and diseases to urinary tract.

It is a tonic and strengthens bodily and mental functioning. It can function like alterative, demulcent, diaphoretic. It can also act as a blood purifier and balance different nutritional imbalances. It is used in the treatment of rheumatism and arthritis. Certain skin diseases and urinary problems too are treated with decoctions prepared from naruneendi root.

The root of this plant also has medicinal properties to treat insect bites. It is also used in the treatment of such serious diseases like gonorrhea, leucoderma, jaundice, dysentery, etc. Naruneendi (or narunindi) root is also used in the treatment of piles with painful bleeding.

Naruneendi is also known by the names Indian sarasaparilla anantamul, ananthamoola, sariva, etc.

Hemidesmus indicus belongs to the family Asclepiadaceae.