Melilotus officinalis (Linn) D
Primary Characteristics
Primary Characteristics
Melilotus officinalis (Linn) Desr is aslo known as Trifolium melilotus officinalis Linn., belongs to Leguminosae, Papilionaceae, family.
The Arabic Name for this herb is Aklilul-Malik.
The English Names for this herb are Common Melilot, Coumarium, Crescent Lignum, Kings Clover, Melilot, Moon Seed, Sweet Clover.
The Urdu Names for this herb are Aspang, Asperg, Nakhuna.
Pharmacological Actions
The pharmacological Actions of Melilotus officinalis (Linn) Desr are Analgesic, Anti-asthmatic, Anti-bacterial, Anti-coagulant, Anti-diabetic, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-spasmodic, Anti-thrombotic, Aphrodisiac, Astringent, Carminative, Demulcent, Diuretic, Emmenagogue, Emollient, Expectorant, Hepatoprotective, Resolvent, Sedative, Styptic, Tonic, Urinary Antiseptic.
Indications
The Indications of Melilotus officinalis (Linn) Desr are Colic, Wounds, Rheumatic Pain, Insomnia, Conjunctivitis, Nervousness, Thrombosis, Facial neuralgia, Phlebitis, Heavy legs, Varicose Veins, Intercostal Neuralgia, Lymph Glands Swelling, Flatulence.
The Indication of Seeds of Melilotus officinalis (Linn) Desr is Cold.
The Indications of Fruit of Melilotus officinalis (Linn) Desr are Haemorrhages, Leucoderma, Sexual Debility, Flatulence.
The Indications of Whole Plant of Melilotus officinalis (Linn) Desr are Wounds, Rheumatic Pain, Insomnia, Conjunctivitis, Swelling, Nervousness, Flatulence Colic, Menopause disorders, Heavy legs, Phlebitis, Facial neuralgia, Thrombosis.
The Indication of Decoction of Melilotus officinalis (Linn) Desr is Paralysis.
No Contra Indication information is available for Melilotus officinalis (Linn) Desr.
Temperaments
The Temperament of Melilotus officinalis (Linn) Desr is 1st order, warm and dry.
Available Brands
No Brand information is available for Melilotus officinalis (Linn) Desr.
Compound Preparations
Melilotus officinalis (Linn) Desr is used in the preparation of Ma'jun Kuzi, Zimad Kibrit, Zimad Sumbul compounds.
Dosage
| Part | Dose | Instruction |
| Whole Herb | 2.000g - 4.000g | |
| Powder | 375.000mg | N/A |
| Tincture | 3.000ml - 5.000ml | N/A |
Herb's Description
Melilotus officinalis (Linn) Desr. An erect, biennial herb, upto 0.5 m height. Stem erect, leaves trifoliolate: leaflets emarginate or retuse, oblanceotate or obovate. Flowers born in slender racemes, yellow, 6-12 per peduncle. Pods ellipsoid, compressed, olive-green when ripe. Seeds 6-10, oblong-ellipsoid, compressed, brown
Taste Odor & Occurrence
Occurence: It occurs in America, Europe, India, Iran, Libya, Pakistan.
Odor: The odor of Melilotus officinalis (Linn) Desr is Aromatic
Taste: Bitter
Substitutes
No information regarding Melilotus officinalis (Linn) Desr's substitute is currently available.
Active Constituents
Melilotus officinalis (Linn) Desr's Active constituents:
Antidotes
No information regarding Melilotus officinalis (Linn) Desr's antidot is currently available.
Warning & Precautions
In large doses it may cause emesis.Toxicity is attributed to a fungus and bishydroxycoumarin.Haemorrhages occur both internally and externally(such hemorrhage may be controlled by quick administration of Vit.K).Should not be used in presence of warfarin. The plant is toxic to animals causing haemorrhage and death.
Toxicity
Currently no Toxicity information is available for Melilotus officinalis (Linn) Desr. (work in progress)