Punarnava

Also Known As : Tarvine, Horse purslane, Red hogweed

Technical Name : Boerhavia diffusa

Descriptions
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Vegetarian

Taste Profile

It has a bitter taste.

Usage Tips

Punarnava leaves can be used as a vegetable.
It can be added to prepare mint chutney.

Description

Punarnava is a creeping perennial herb which is found growing as a weed throughout India. The leaves of the plant are commonly used as a vegetable. The plant has tiny purple, pink, carnine and white flowers growing all over it. There are two varieties of punarnava plant that is red and white.

Health benefits

Punarnava helps stimulate the secretion of bile on a regular basis which keeps the liver healthy.⁽¹⁾
It has antispasmodic, antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties which is effective to treat urinary tract infections.⁽¹⁾
Punarnava is very effective to fight with obesity.⁽¹⁾
It has diuretic properties which stimulate regular and plenty of urination.⁽¹⁾
Punarnava is very beneficial for the treatment of diabetes.⁽¹⁾

Selection Guide

Punarnava is available as a powder in the grocery stores. Look for organic punarnava powder.

Note

Punarnava can increase blood pressure levels. It should not be consumed by pregnant women and children who are under 12 years of age.⁽²⁾

Resource & Links

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