Overview
Clearing Nut Tree is one of the herbs traditionally used in Ayurveda for parasites and worms. The text describes Hurhur (Gynandropsis pentaphylla) as a strong-smelling herb. Its leaves and seeds are used medicinally. It is pungent and hot in nature and is used in ear diseases and as a vermifuge. Verse: 265.
How Clearing Nut Tree Helps with Parasites and Worms
According to Ayurvedic pharmacology, Clearing Nut Tree has specific properties that make it valuable for addressing parasites and worms:
- Potency (Virya): Ushna (hot)
- Post-digestive (Vipaka): Katu (pungent)
- Taste (Rasa): Katu (pungent), Tikta (bitter)
- Qualities (Guna): Laghu (light), Tikshna (sharp)
Ayurvedic Properties
- Taste (Rasa)
- Pungent (Katu), Bitter (Tikta)
- Quality (Guna)
- Light (Laghu), Sharp (Tikshna)
- Potency (Virya)
- Hot (Ushna)
- Post-digestive (Vipaka)
- Pungent (Katu)
- Key Constituents
- Cleomin, Viscosic acid, Glucosinolates
- Also Known As
- English: Wild Spider Flower
Sanskrit: नाशोत्तरा, तिलपर्णी
Hindi: हुलहुल, हुरहुर
Other Herbs for Parasites and Worms
See all herbs for parasites and worms on the Parasites and Worms page.
Medical Disclaimer: The information on this page is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Ayurvedic treatments should be pursued under the guidance of a qualified practitioner (BAMS/MD Ayurveda). Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new treatment. Content is sourced from classical Ayurvedic texts and may not reflect the latest medical research.