{"id":171994,"date":"2023-03-22T09:57:46","date_gmt":"2023-03-22T09:57:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/?p=171994"},"modified":"2026-03-02T07:40:34","modified_gmt":"2026-03-02T07:40:34","slug":"ayurveda-uses-benefits-and-side-effects-of-dronapushpi","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-and-side-effects-of-dronapushpi\/","title":{"rendered":"Dronapushpi (Leucas aspera): Uses, Benefits and Side Effects By Dr. Rajeev Singh\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n<\/head>

\n

Table of Contents<\/p>\nToggle<\/span>

Introduction<\/a><\/li>
Nutritional Value of Dronapushpi<\/a><\/li>
Properties of Dronapushpi<\/a><\/li>
Potential Uses of Dronapushpi for Overall Health<\/a><\/li>
How to Use Dronapushpi?<\/a><\/li>
Side Effects of Dronapushpi<\/a><\/li>
Precautions to Take with Dronapushpi<\/a><\/li>
Interactions with Other Drugs<\/a><\/li>
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><\/li>
References<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n \n <\/span>\n $\"Join$ \n <\/a>\n
<\/span>Introduction<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nHippocrates, \u201cthe father of medicine,\u201d has rightly described Nature as the best physician. Since ancient times, different parts of plants like leaves, seeds, flowers, roots and stems have been used for their medicinal value. One such plant which is of great significance is dronapushpi. Dronapushpi is a herb commonly found in India, from the Himalayas and down to Ceylon. The scientific name of this plant is Leucas aspera, and it belongs to the family Lamiaceae. In Sanskrit, it is known as dronapushpi, chitrak-shupa and chitrapathrika. In Hindi, it is called goma madhupati. It is known as thumbai, bahuphul in Marathi and Tunni in Southern India. In this article, we will learn more about dronapushpi, its health benefits, side effects, precautions, etc ^{1<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n}
<\/span>Nutritional Value of Dronapushpi<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nDronapushpi contains different types of phytochemicals, which include phytosterols (plant sterols) like \u03b2-Sitosterol and its glycoside and terpenes (organic compounds found in oils) like norlabdane, labdane, abietane-leucasdins A, B, C and leucastrins A and B. The oil of dronapushpi contains fatty acids like adipic acid, laballenic acid, tridecanoic acid, lauric acid and glutaric acid ^{2<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n}
<\/span>Properties of Dronapushpi<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Dronapushpi shows numerous scientifically proven properties, some of which are mentioned below:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n
It may have antioxidant properties ^{1<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n}
It may have properties to arrest the growth of fungi and bacteria ^{1<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n}
It may have the potential to reduce pain ^{1<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n}
It may have properties to manage fever ^{1<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n}
It may have the potential to reduce cough ^{1<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n}
It may have properties to reduce blood glucose ^{3<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n}
\n
Based on a study ^{2<\/sup><\/a> I read, it was found that dronapushpi flower balls might provide a satisfying combination of carbohydrates, fats, proteins, iron, and calcium. Thus, they may offer a convenient and tasty option that may be enjoyed as a snack while providing the body with valuable nourishment.<\/p>\n}Dr. Smita Barode, B.A.M.S, M.S.<\/strong><\/a><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Potential Uses of Dronapushpi for Overall Health<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Some of the potential benefits of dronapushpi are described below.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1. Potential Use of Dronapushpi on Fungal Infections<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
$\"fungal$ <\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n
Literature states that dronapushpi may have the potential to kill harmful fungi. Prajapati et al. conducted a study ^{1<\/sup><\/a> in 2010. The findings of this study showed that leaves obtained from dronapushpi plant helped in killing fungi like Microsporum gypseum<\/em> and Trichophyton rubrum<\/em>. This indicates that it may have the potential to manage hair, skin, scalp and nail infections caused due to these fungi. However, we have yet to claim these results with greater reliability. It is further advised not to self-medicate and consult your physician for proper treatment of any fungal infection.\u00a0<\/p>}
<\/div>