Overview
Sensitive Plant is one of the herbs traditionally used in Ayurveda for skin disorders. Lajjalu (Mimosa pudica) is well known as the sensitive plant due to its leaves closing on touch. The whole plant is used medicinally. It is particularly useful in bleeding disorders (Raktapitta), diarrhea, and as a uterine tonic. It has wound healing properties and is used in piles and fistula. The root decoction is used in urinary tract infections. Dose: Swarasa 2-4 tola; Churna 1-2 tola.
How Sensitive Plant Helps with Skin Disorders
According to Ayurvedic pharmacology, Sensitive Plant has specific properties that make it valuable for addressing skin disorders:
- Potency (Virya): Sheeta (cold)
- Post-digestive (Vipaka): Katu (pungent)
- Taste (Rasa): Tikta (bitter), Kashaya (astringent)
- Qualities (Guna): Laghu (light), Ruksha (dry)
Safety & Precautions
The classical sources we draw on record Sensitive Plant's uses and doses but do not list specific contraindications, drug interactions or overdose signs. That absence is not proof of safety, so the honest guidance is to use it under the supervision of a qualified practitioner, especially beyond short, occasional use.
A few cautions follow directly from its known properties. It is grahi, a binding herb that firms the stool, so it may not suit anyone prone to constipation. It is also light, dry and cooling, which in Ayurvedic terms can aggravate dryness and cold if overused.
Its listed chemical constituents include mimosine, tannins and flavonoids. Because it is used for serious problems such as bleeding, urinary infections and fractures, treat it as a supportive herb and get a medical diagnosis first. If you are pregnant, nursing, taking prescription medicines or giving it to a child, speak to a practitioner before use.
Other Herbs for Skin Disorders
See all herbs for skin disorders on the Skin Disorders 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.