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SONAMUKHI (Cassia angustifolia)

Sonamukhi (Cassia angustifolia) is a well-known medicinal shrub belonging to the Fabaceae family. Commonly referred to as Indian Senna, this plant is primarily used for its potent laxative properties. The dried leaves and pods are used in traditional systems like Ayurveda, Unani, and Siddha for treating constipation, skin disorders, and detoxification. For commercial medical use, it is primarily grown in Egypt and India (Tamil Nadu, Rajasthan).

Scientific Name

  • Kingdom: Plantae
  • Phylum: Angiosperms
  • Class: Eudicots
  • Order: Fabales
  • Family: Fabaceae
  • Genus: Cassia
  • Species: Cassia angustifolia Vahl

Common NameS

  • English: Indian Senna, Tinnevelly Senna
  • Sanskrit: Swarnapatri, Rajavriksha
  • Hindi: Sonamukhi
  • Tamil: Nilavirai
  • Telugu: Nelatagedu
  • Kannada: Nelavarike
  • Gujarati: Sonamukhi
  • Malayalam: Nilavilakku

Traditional and Medicinal Uses

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