East Indian Senna Powder / Nattu Nilavagai

Kingdom: Plantae

Family: Fabaceae

Genus: Senna

Species: S. alexandrina

Binomial name: Senna alexandrina

Senna alexandrina is commonly known as senna, belongs to the Fabaceae family. The native of this plant is in North Africa, the Middle East, and the south part of Asia. This plant is mostly grown in the temperate region of India and China. This plant can commonly be found in fields, meadows, floodplains, pastures, and roadsides.

The whole plant has various medicinal properties, so the leaves, flowers, roots, and seeds are used in Ayurveda. The senna is available in fresh, dried, powder, extract, and capsule form. Senna helps to protect the skin from environmental pollution, radiation, and harsh chemicals. This natural herb is the easiest way to get glowing skin and keep away skin problems.

Health Benefits

• Senna leaf tea is more helpful for weight loss, it also helps to relieve constipation. So it is recommended in a low fiber weight loss diet.
• Senna helps to treat skin inflammation. It is used in Ayurveda to heal wounds, ringworms, and burns.
• This herb also provides better relief from nausea, heartburn, bloating, and gas.
• Traditionally, senna is used for shiny, smooth, and strong hair.
• The antibacterial properties of senna will boost the immune system. While applying the henna paste on the skin will treat skin irritation, acne, psoriasis, pimples, and eczema.