Overview
Sesbania is one of the herbs traditionally used in Ayurveda for allergic rhinitis. Agastya (Sesbania grandiflora) is a fast-growing tree found in tropical and subtropical regions. It grows 14-20 feet tall. The flowers, leaves, and bark are all used medicinally. White and red flowered varieties exist. Flowers are eaten as a vegetable. The bark is used as a bitter tonic. The juice of leaves and flowers is used in nasal polyps and sinusitis. Leaves have 12-15 pairs of leaflets. Flowers are 22-24 inches long in drooping racemes. It is used in respiratory and blood disorders. Dose: Churna (a.r. 24). Verse: noted alongside other tree medicines.
How Sesbania Helps with Allergic Rhinitis
According to Ayurvedic pharmacology, Sesbania has specific properties that make it valuable for addressing allergic rhinitis:
- Potency (Virya): Sheeta (cold)
- Post-digestive (Vipaka): Katu (pungent)
- Taste (Rasa): Tikta (bitter), Kashaya (astringent)
- Qualities (Guna): Laghu (light), Ruksha (dry)
Other Herbs for Allergic Rhinitis
See all herbs for allergic rhinitis on the Allergic Rhinitis 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.