Ayurveda in the maintainence of general health and normal blood circulation. Recent studies revealed that the biologically active constituents of the extract facilitate the free circulation of blood by removing congestion and improving the quality of blood. An infusion of the root has also been prescribed in women after delivery to clear the uterine channels. In addition, the paste of the root has been recommended in formulations for topical use in the treatment of skin diseases, skin discoloration, inflammations, and ulcers. The traditional therapeutic use of the plant has been in skin disorders as it is a blood purifying herb. It is used as an immune regulator. (its role in supporting heart health is evidenced by studies that show that it regulates blood pressure, blood vessel constriction and the tendency of blood to form Clots). Its evaluation as an anticancer compound in the laboratory has been extensive, the extract showing weak activity in vitro and in vivo against standard tumour cell lines. The plant extract shows significant anti-inflammatory activity. The best herb for blood purification; blood circulation, controls bleeding, mends broken bones, amenorrhea, cancer, cleanses and regulates liver, spleen, pancreas, and kidneys; diarrhea, dysentery, dysmenorrheal, edema, destroys kidney and gall stones, heart disease, hepatitis, herpes, jaundice, menopause, menorrhagia, painful menstruation, post partum uterus stimulation, paralysis, skin problems, tissue healing, traumatic injuries, skeletal disease, joint pain, rheumatoid arthritis, improves complexion and voice, helps destroy benign and malignant tumors.