Shankhpushpi, also known by names such as Shankhini, Kambumalini, Samkhapushpi, Sadaphuli, and Sankhaphuli, is renowned for its ability to enhance memory and function as a brain tonic, aiding in cognitive improvement. The plant derives its name from its conch-shaped flowers. It is also beneficial for increasing concentration, learning ability, mental fatigue, insomnia, stress, anxiety, depression, and more.

Shankhpushpi, or Shyamaktanta, is a perennial herb celebrated for its medicinal properties. It assists in digestion and relieves constipation due to its mild laxative effect. Additionally, it promotes mental well-being and may help manage depression owing to its antidepressant properties.

According to Ayurveda, Shankhpushpi has a calming effect on the brain, alleviating stress and anxiety. It also enhances memory because of its intelligence-boosting (Medhya) properties. Consuming Shankhpushpi powder with warm milk or water can help improve memory and concentration. Shankhpushpi tablets and capsules are also available to support brain function.

Shankhpushpi is beneficial for skincare, as its rejuvenating (Rasayana) properties help manage wrinkles and prevent aging. Applying Shankhpushpi powder to the skin can aid in acne and wound healing due to its healing (Ropan) properties. Using Shankhpushpi oil on the scalp and hair can control hair fall and promote hair growth.

Benefits of Shankhpushpi

Poor Memory

Shankhpushpi enhances memory and concentration thanks to its intelligence-boosting (Medhya) properties.

Insomnia

Shankhpushpi helps manage stress and insomnia by calming the mind, leveraging its Vata-balancing and Medhya properties.

Epilepsy

Shankhpushpi reduces the risk of epilepsy and other mental disorders due to its Medhya and rejuvenating (Rasayana) properties.

Indigestion and Constipation

Shankhpushpi aids digestion and manages gastrointestinal issues like constipation, jaundice, dysentery, piles, and dyspepsia because of its mild laxative nature.

ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)

Shankhpushpi improves concentration and attention span in children with ADHD through its Medhya (intelligence-enhancing) properties.

Anti-Wrinkle

Shankhpushpi oil controls wrinkles and increases skin moisture, helping reduce cell degeneration due to its rejuvenating (Rasayana) properties.

• Take 1/2 - 1 teaspoon of Shankhpushpi powder.
• Mix with honey and apply to the face and neck.
• Leave on for 20-30 minutes.
• Rinse with cool water.

Acne

For acne-prone skin, applying Shankhpushpi helps control sebum production, unclog pores, and reduce inflammation due to its healing (Ropan) and cooling (Sita) properties.

• Take 1/2 - 1 teaspoon of Shankhpushpi powder.
• Mix with honey and apply to the face and neck.
• Leave on for 20-30 minutes.
• Rinse with cool water.

Premature Greying and Hair Growth

Shankhpushpi prevents premature greying and promotes hair growth by utilizing its rejuvenating (Rasayana) properties.

• Use a few drops of Shankhpushpi oil.
• Massage evenly on the scalp and hair.
• Repeat regularly to control premature greying and hair fall.

Wound Healing

Shankhpushpi speeds up wound healing, reduces swelling, and restores skin texture due to its healing (Ropan) and cooling (Sita) properties.

• Take 1/2 - 1 teaspoon of Shankhpushpi powder.
• Boil in 2-4 cups of water until reduced to 1 cup.
• Filter the liquid and use it to clean the affected area once or twice daily for quick healing.

Usage Instructions for Shankhpushpi

• Take 1/2 - 1 teaspoon of Shankhpushpi powder.
• Mix with lukewarm milk.
• Consume preferably in the morning daily to boost memory and concentration.

Other Names: 

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