Indian squill is a fleshy plant with a smoothened surface. It has egg-shaped, elongated, dull white or pale, bulky bulbs measuring 5 to 10 cm. It has exceedingly constricted leaves and light brown flowers in lean, extensive bunch. The fruits are three-celled capsules with flat black seeds. The dry, outer coats of its bulbs are disposed off before wedging and drying. This makes up the drug.
Fresh squill consists of two glycosides - scillaren A which is crystalline and scillaren B, which is uncrystallised.
Methods of usage
Indian squill is pretty remedying in cases of eradicating any blockade in secretion, respiratory disorders, dropsy, warts, menstrual malfunctions.
Healing Power and Medicinal Properties of Indian squill
Indian squill is regarded as efficient as the European equivalent in remedial value. In petite dosages, the bulb is stimulating and digestive. It is valuable in eliminating any hindrance to secretion or excretion by opening the natural pathways or pores of the body. In large dosages, it is an caustic poison, causing nausea and vigorous movement of bowels.
Respiratory Disorders cured by Indian squill
Indian squill boosts the elimination of catarrhal matter. Clinical tests have corroborated its effectiveness. It aids to dispose off phlegm from the bronchial tubes in asthma, bronchial catarrh and chronic bronchitis. Its juice needs to be taken with honey.
Dropsy healed by Indian squill
The bulb is helpful in the treatment of dropsy. It possesses diuretic attributes and amplifies the volume of urine.
Warts and Corns healed by Indian squill
In order to getting rid of warts, a pulverisation of the bulb should be administered locally on the affected areas. For corns, a poultice of the roasted bulb must be administered.
Menstrual Disorders healed by Indian squill
Indian squill is beneficial in encouraging and regularising menstrual periods. It should be administered in minute dosages.
Other Diseases cured by Indian squill
The herb is advantageous for treating various other diseases such as rheumatism, calculus affections, chronic Nephritis-a characteristic decadence of the kidneys, leprosy, ringworm and scabies.
