Cajanus cajan (L.) Huth
( National Innovation Foundation - India )
Herbal Treatment for Ringworm
By : Mr. Sapan Behra ,
Mayurbhanj,
Orissa
Innovation Description
The traditional knowledge holder has
suggested treatment for ringworm.
Disease symptoms: Itchy
skin, red ring-shaped rash.
Ingredients: 50 g whole plant of Red gram (Cajanus cajan (L.)
Huth)
and 30 ml of Mustard Oil.
Preparation: Collect,
wash, and burn the whole plant to collect ash. Mix the prepared ash with oil to
prepare a paste.
Dosage/Application: Apply the
prepared paste on the affected area once daily for 3-4 days.
Ingredients' availability: The plant
is available in nearby fields. Mustard oil is available in the local market.
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