SUPHERB® Cassia Alata

Product Type: Whole/TBC/Powder
English/Common Name: Candle Bush, Ringworm Cassia
Botanical Name: Senna alata
Indian Names: Dadmurdan
Origin: India

Aroma

Pungent, herbaceous, and slightly acrid.

Texture

A fine, botanical powder.

Color

A deep, dark greenish-brown powder.

OUR CERTIFICATIONS

Overview

Candle Bush is a large flowering shrub with beautiful, yellow, candle-like flower clusters. While native to the Americas, it is now widely distributed across the tropics, including India. Its large leaves have been used for generations as a highly effective topical remedy for skin ailments, earning it a reputation as a natural dermatological agent.

French: Dartrier
German: Kerzenstrauch
Chinese: Duì yè jué míng (对叶豆)
Arabic: أ (Cassia Alata)
Spanish: Acapulco, Dorancé
Russian: Сенна крылатая (Senna krylataya)
Japanese: ハネセンナ (Hane senna)

As its common name “Ringworm Cassia” suggests, Cassia Alata is a powerful antifungal herb. It is primarily used in traditional medicine for its potent effects against various skin diseases, especially fungal infections like ringworm and eczema. Its leaves contain chrysophanic acid, a compound known for its strong fungicidal properties.

For a Fungal Skin Paste: Mix the powder with a small amount of water or a carrier oil like coconut oil to form a thick paste. Apply this paste directly to the affected areas of the skin.
Note: This herb is primarily for external use. Internal use should only be done under the supervision of a qualified practitioner.

The SUPHERB® Promise

Sourcing

We source high-quality Cassia Alata leaves from cultivators who understand its medicinal importance.

Purity & Processing

The leaves are carefully dried and ground into a fine powder, ensuring their potent antifungal compounds are preserved and ready for use.

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