# SATE MUNDI # GORAKHMUNDI # Sphaeranthus indicus Extract #सते गोरखमुंडी # सते मुंडी #ست منڈی

Each capsule contains the extract of  Sphaeranthus indicus, a versatile Herb of Asteraceae family with Traditional and Modern reported benefits.

Botanical Description

• Habit: An erect, branched, aromatic herb, growing up to 60 cm.
• Habitat: Tropical and subtropical regions; India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.

                 Grows in damp and marshy areas near water bodies.

• Stems: Cylindrical with toothed wings.
• Leaves: Sessile, decurrent, obovate/oblong, glandular &hairy, dentate.
• Flowers: Small, purplish / pink in globular heads (so the named as "globe thistle").

                  Flowering between November - February.

Traditional Uses

• Skin diseases: Used in various skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, and fungal infections.
• Respiratory disorders: Used in treating coughs, bronchitis, and asthma.
• Gastrointestinal issues: Used in indigestion, diarrhea, and abdominal pain.
• Liver disorders: Used to support liver function and in jaundice.
• Neurological conditions: Used in epilepsy, anxiety, and insomnia.
• Menstrual Disorders: Used in menstrual pain and irregularities.

Cautions and Side Effects

• Generally safe but excessive use may cause digestive upset, diarrhea, and vomiting.
• Pregnant and lactating women should avoid.
• Individuals with known allergies with plants of Asteraceae family should also avoid.