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Withania somnifera   அமுக்கரா செடி

 அமுக்கரா வேர் என்றால் பொதுவாக எல்லோருக்கும் தெரிந்திருக்கும்.அதன் மகத்துவங்கள் கொஞ்ச நஞ்சமல்ல.
ஆண்மை பலத்திற்கும் பெண்மையின் தளர்ச்சியையும் நீக்க வல்லது.

 Although it's not botanically related to ginseng, ashwagandha is often called "Indian ginseng" due to its supposedly rejuvenating effects.It gives  back the lost energy to the  ladies who are weak and who are undergoing menapouse . 

This plant  grows as a short shrub (35–75 cm) with a central stem from which branches extend radially in a star pattern  and covered with a dense matte of wooly hairs . The flowers are small and green, while the ripe fruit is orange-red and has milk-coagulating properties. The plant's long, brown, tuberous roots are used for medicinal purposes.

[edit]Ashwagandha contains many useful medicinal chemicals, including withanolides, (steroidal lactones), alkaloids, choline, fatty acids, amino acids, and a variety of sugars. While the leaves and fruit have valuable therapeutic properties, the root of the ashwagandha plant is the part most commonly used in Western herbal remedies.

 Ashwagandha works by nourishing the nerves and improving nerve function to help you maintain calm during stressful situations. It provides an overall feeling of wellness through its high content of alkaloids like withanin and somniferin. In short, Ashwagandha rejuvenates and re-energises you.
Like other types of ginseng, the roots of the Ashwagandha plant have also been widely used to reduce inflammation, treat tumours, decrease stress, increase mental activity and invigorate the body. It also acts as an antioxidant

This herb's root plays an important part in Siddha medicines. In all the preparations for  hormone imbalance this root would be added.  The names of some of the medicines are "Agasthiar Thaathupushti Leyhiam" and " Agasthiar Manmatharathy Leyhiam" and" Agasthiar  Raja Leyhiam"

Besides that, it can also boost the immune system and improve memory. Hence Ashwagandha is one of the most highly valued herbs in the Siddha health system.

In addition, Ashwagandha is also held in high regard for its ability to increase vitality, energy, endurance and stamina, promote longevity and strengthen the immune system. Which is why, Ashwaganda is popular amongst people who do physical labour or exercise a lot to help the body adapt to physical stress.  

For a 2008 study, scientists tested ashwagandha's effects on human cartilage and found that the herb may help protect against inflammation and cartilage damage associated with osteoarthritis.
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