Varuna bark has been used to treat bladder and kidney issues for over 2,000 years in some cultures. It is most commonly used in Ayurvedic medicine to prevent kidney stones. Modern scientific research has also found the Varuna bark to be effective in treating these issues.
Habitat & Cultivation
Varuna is native to India and often grows on the side of rivers. The bark can be harvested year-round while the leaves are harvested during the spring.
Uses
Ancient urinary remedy In 1100 CE varuna was the main Indian herbal medicine for kidney stones.
Asthma varuna is used as a blood purifier for homeostasis maintenance, and is used for breathing problems.
Bronchitis varuna is used for breathing problems.
Skin diseases Bark paste is used for skin diseases.
Fever helps purify the blood
Kidney stones Varun contains a component that reduces the tendency of stone-formation in the kidneys. It also promotes the removal of kidney stones
Urinary tract remedy Taking Varun powder aids to control the burning sensation, owing to its diuretic action that increases urine output and eases the symptoms of UTI.
Parts used
Bark
Dried leaves
Dried bark
Key Actions
Diuretic
Kidney stone inhibitor
Constituents
Triterpenes
Saponins
Flavonoids
Sterols
Alkaloids
Glucosilinates
References
- Chevallier, Andrew, FNIMH; Encyclopedia of Herbal Medicine - 550 Herbs and Remedies for Common Ailments; 3. Edition 2016; ISBN: 978-0-2412-2944-6; Page 210.
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