herb data, Bamboo Manna, Bumbusa arundinacia, Bumbusa apous, Bumbusa orientalls, Bumbusa spinosa, Vamsha Lochana, Vamsh Lochan, Bans, holisticonline.com

**Herb Information**
Name: Bamboo Manna
Biological Name: Bumbusa arundinacia, Bumbusa apous, Bumbusa orientalls, Bumbusa spinosa
Other Names: Bamboo Manna, Vamsha Lochana, Vamsh Lochan, Bans
Description: This plant is found at high altitudes in India.
Parts Used: Milky bark; leaves, young shoots, seeds, roots, inner stalks or stems of female plant
Medicinal Applications Action antispasmodic, demulcent, expectorant, hemostatic, rejuvenative, tonic. Leaves---anthelmintic, aphrodisiac, emmenagogue, febrifuge, stimulant, tonic Uses anxiety asthma bleeding colds consumption coughs debility dehydration emaciation fevers palpitation skin disorders ulcers vomiting This herb nurtures heart, liver, and soothes the nervous system. It also relieves thirst, anxiety, improves the blood, thread- worms in children, coma, strengthening after chronic diseases, and for tissue deficiency.
Dosage: Decoction, milk decoction, powder
Safety: Caution: Increases congestion if not balanced with pungent herbs like ginger. No information about the safety of this herb is available. Use caution. Ayurvedic herbs are often taken in combination with others to neutralize the toxicity one herb with the opposing effect of other. Do not take except under the supervision of a qualified professional.