Rauwolfia serpentina | Medicinal plant in the Akhdar Encyclopedia
Historical sources indicate that reserpine is used medicinally for blood pressure. Study results should be interpreted according to the type of extract, dosage, and quality of evidence, and should not replace medical diagnosis or treatment.
Plant name
Rauwolfia the Serpent
Latin name
Rauvolfia serpentina
Common names
Rauwolfia the Serpent
foreign names
Rauvolfia serpentina
The group
Apocynaceae
Habitat and Geographic Distribution
South Asia
Botanical description
A plant species belonging to the Apocynaceae family, the scientific name Rauvolfia serpentina is used as an accurate reference to avoid confusion with similar popular names.
Used part
root
chemical components
Reserpine and indole alkaloids
Properties and medical uses
Historical sources indicate that reserpine is used medicinally for blood pressure.
Study results should be interpreted according to the type of extract, dosage, and quality of evidence, and should not replace medical diagnosis or treatment.
pharmaceutical forms
Preparations from the root may be available as tea, powder, or standardized extract depending on the plant and local regulations; dosages vary drastically between forms and are not inferred from this record.
Side effects and precautions
This is a potent herb and should only be used under medical supervision; it may cause depression and low blood pressure.
Consult a healthcare professional if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, have liver or kidney disease, or are taking chronic medications.
the environment
South Asia
Agriculture and productivity
The aforementioned native environment and the requirements of the Rauvolfia serpentina species are taken into account, with botanically certified propagation material obtained and collection of threatened wild species avoided.
History and Heritage
South Asia.
This traditional usage illustrates the historical context but does not, on its own, prove therapeutic efficacy.
Medical note
This is educational content and does not constitute medical advice.
Do not consume any unidentified plant, do not stop taking prescribed medication, and contact emergency services or a poison control center if poisoning is suspected.
تنبيه صحي
هذه المعلومات للتثقيف ولا تمثل وصفة علاجية.
استشر طبيباً أو صيدلانياً قبل استخدام أي نبات طبي، خاصة أثناء الحمل أو الرضاعة أو عند تناول أدوية مزمنة.
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