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This species grows commonly in moist places as a weed in warm temperate to tropical areas worldwide. It is widely distributed throughout '''India''', '''Nepal''',It is reported to improve hair growth and color. prostrata decreased the amount of time it took for hair to begin regrowing.
== Ayurvedic uses ==
In the Ayurvedic System, Eclipta Alba, as with all other herbs, is classified according to its qualities, taste, physiological effects, etc. Ayurveda states that it is: Taste – Katu (Bitter), Tikta (Pungent) Quality – Rooksha (Dry), Laghu (light to digest) Energy - Ushna (Hot) Post Digestive Effect - Pungent, i.e. undergoes a pungent taste conversion after digestion. According to Ayurveda, these qualities characterize the medicinal effects of Eclipta Alba on the body, and are expressed in Ayurvedic terms as balancing for Kapha, i.e. balancing for the moist and unctuous tissues and anabolic systems of the body such as fats and fluids, and balancing for Vata, i.e. the nervous system and catabolic functions.
== Medicinal uses ==
Bhringraj is an important Ayurveda herb, widely used in hair fall treatment, liver disorders, skin diseases etc. Its botanical name is – Eclipta alba. Its whole plant is used for various medicinal purposes.
==Other varieties or types==
* Eclipta alba
* '''Kannada''' - ಗರಗದ ಸೊಪ್ಪು
* '''Hindi''' - Bhringa raja
== References ==
<references>
<ref name="common names">[http://www.efloras.org/florataxon.aspx?flora_id=1&taxon_id=111273 Bhringaraja]</ref>
</references >
== External Links ==
[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eclipta_prostrata Eclipta prostrata-Wikipedia]
[[Category:Herbs]]
