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Morning Glory for Blood Pressure

Sanskrit: शंखपुष्पी | Convolvulus pluricaulis Chois.

How Morning Glory helps with Blood Pressure according to Ayurveda. Classical references, dosage, preparation methods, and what modern research says.

Overview

Morning Glory is one of the herbs traditionally used in Ayurveda for blood pressure. Shankhapushpi (Convolvulus pluricaulis) is one of the most important Medhya (intellect-promoting) herbs in Ayurveda. It is a prostrate spreading herb found in dry regions. The whole plant is used medicinally. It is described with white, conch-shaped flowers, hence the name. Its primary action is on the brain and nervous system, improving memory, concentration, and cognitive functions. It is used in anxiety, insomnia, epilepsy, and mental fatigue. The plant has a calming effect on the mind and promotes sound sleep (Nidra). It is also used in hypertension. The herb has 4-12 inches spreading stems with small white or pale blue flowers. Leaves are linear. Dose: Swarasa 4-12 tola; Churna 1-2.5 tola. Verse: 269-270.

How Morning Glory Helps with Blood Pressure

According to Ayurvedic pharmacology, Morning Glory has specific properties that make it valuable for addressing blood pressure:

  • Potency (Virya): Ushna (hot)
  • Post-digestive (Vipaka): Madhura (sweet)
  • Taste (Rasa): Tikta (bitter), Katu (pungent), Kashaya (astringent)
  • Qualities (Guna): Snigdha (unctuous)

Ayurvedic Properties

Taste (Rasa)
Bitter (Tikta), Pungent (Katu), Astringent (Kashaya)
Quality (Guna)
Unctuous (Snigdha)
Potency (Virya)
Hot (Ushna)
Post-digestive (Vipaka)
Sweet (Madhura)
Key Constituents
Shankhapushpine, Convolamine, Flavonoids
Also Known As
English: Shankhpushpi, Morning Glory
Sanskrit: शंखपुष्पी, क्षीरपुष्पी, मंगल्यकुसुमा, विष्णुक्रान्ता
Hindi: शंखपुष्पी, शंखाहुली

Other Herbs for Blood Pressure

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Nakuli Rauwolfia serpentina Benth.
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Rudraksha Elaeocarpus ganitrus Roxb.
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Sarpagandha Rauwolfia serpentina Benth. ex Kurz.
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Soma Ephedra gerardiana (Wall) Stapf

See all herbs for blood pressure on the Blood Pressure 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.