Senna Leaf
Also known as Senna alexandrina, Cassia Angustifolia, C. Elongata, C. Medica, Caesalpinioideae, East Indian, Tinnevelly. Cathartic (pods--laxative, leaflets--simple purgative), slightly stimulating, anti bilious, anti periodic, tonic.
Senna is a somewhat prompt cathartic that acts on nearly the entire intestinal tract, and especially the lower bowel (colon, large intestine), so it is very suitable in cases of habitual costiveness and constipation. It acts locally on the intestinal wall, increasing peristaltic movements and intestinal secretions (except biliary); and from 2-6 hours following administration, it produces copious yellow stools (but not water evacuations), which causes griping and flatulence (leaves only), but does not bind or constipate afterwards. The odor is nauseous to many persons, but the griping and nausea are modified and overcome with the addition of corrective (such as cloves, ginger, cinnamon, coriander, fennel, manna, etc.) and then it becomes well adapted for children, elderly persons and delicate women. The coloring matter in senna is readily absorbed and, within 2-30 minutes after administration, appears as a reddish tint on the urine. The Alexandrian leaves and pods are generally preferred by herbalists over the East Indian variety, as they are milder yet equally certain in action. The cathartic action of senna is intensified when combined with tonic herbs; but senna should not be used where there is an inflamed condition of the alimentary canal or intestines, hemorrhoids, piles, intestinal hemorrhage, etc. When senna is given in small doses, it will not tire the system.
A 3-6 foot tall perennial. The stems are erect, smooth, round, slightly hairy, with even, pinnate leaves on long petioles. Each leaf consists of 8-IO narrow, oblong, pointed leaflets. Small yellow flowers are in loose clusters at the leaf axils. The seed pod is a legume with joints twice as wide as long. Found in eastern U.S. in rich soils.
It is a cathartic, diuretic, and vermifuge. The leaves should be gathered while the plant is still in bloom. Since senna is somewhat griping, it is often combined with other herbs. The powdered leaves or tea, are used for fevers, and a strong laxative. Steep 1 teaspoon senna leaves and 1 teaspoon ground coriander with 1 cup boiling water for 1/2 hour. Take hot or cold, slowly, 3 times a day or 1/2 cup before going to bed. No more than 2 cups a day. A tea of the pods is milder and slower-acting. It can be combined with other anthelmintics to get rid of intestinal worms. It is a good mouthwash for bad breath.
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Senna is a somewhat prompt cathartic that acts on nearly the entire intestinal tract, and especially the lower bowel (colon, large intestine), so it is very suitable in cases of habitual costiveness and constipation. It acts locally on the intestinal wall, increasing peristaltic movements and intestinal secretions (except biliary); and from 2-6 hours following administration, it produces copious yellow stools (but not water evacuations), which causes griping and flatulence (leaves only), but does not bind or constipate afterwards. The odor is nauseous to many persons, but the griping and nausea are modified and overcome with the addition of corrective (such as cloves, ginger, cinnamon, coriander, fennel, manna, etc.) and then it becomes well adapted for children, elderly persons and delicate women. The coloring matter in senna is readily absorbed and, within 2-30 minutes after administration, appears as a reddish tint on the urine. The Alexandrian leaves and pods are generally preferred by herbalists over the East Indian variety, as they are milder yet equally certain in action. The cathartic action of senna is intensified when combined with tonic herbs; but senna should not be used where there is an inflamed condition of the alimentary canal or intestines, hemorrhoids, piles, intestinal hemorrhage, etc. When senna is given in small doses, it will not tire the system.
A 3-6 foot tall perennial. The stems are erect, smooth, round, slightly hairy, with even, pinnate leaves on long petioles. Each leaf consists of 8-IO narrow, oblong, pointed leaflets. Small yellow flowers are in loose clusters at the leaf axils. The seed pod is a legume with joints twice as wide as long. Found in eastern U.S. in rich soils.
It is a cathartic, diuretic, and vermifuge. The leaves should be gathered while the plant is still in bloom. Since senna is somewhat griping, it is often combined with other herbs. The powdered leaves or tea, are used for fevers, and a strong laxative. Steep 1 teaspoon senna leaves and 1 teaspoon ground coriander with 1 cup boiling water for 1/2 hour. Take hot or cold, slowly, 3 times a day or 1/2 cup before going to bed. No more than 2 cups a day. A tea of the pods is milder and slower-acting. It can be combined with other anthelmintics to get rid of intestinal worms. It is a good mouthwash for bad breath.
Manufactured by Best Botanicals.
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