Traditional Herb at a Glance

Family, Genus, Species	Fabaceae, Senna, S. obtusifolia
Botanical Name and Synonyms	Cassia Tora
Common Names	Chinese Senna, Sicklepod, Ring Worm Plant, Chakwad, Coffee Pod

 

Background

Cassia has been used in both traditional Ayurvedic and Chinese medicine.
 

Traditional Uses

Used as a topical ointment to treat a variety of skin conditions.

Laxative

Antimicrobial

Treat Eczema

Treat Hemorrhoids