An Ayurvedic herb to enhance the intellect and memory- Convolvulus pluricaulis

Abstract

Shankhpushpi is an indigenous and very significant herb that considered as a gift of nature in Ayurveda. It is a natural medicine which enhances the memory power and rejuvenates the nervous functions, besides, boosts mental development of children. Convolvulus pluricaulis is a perennial, wild herb commonly found on sandy or rocky grounds under xerophytic conditions in northern India, whose every part like flower, root, stem and leaves are used as medicine. It is used alone or is administered along with modern antiepileptic drugs. Little research has been published in the western medical literature regarding this plant. The plant is reported to be a prominent memory improving drug and reduce mental tension. Article includes systematic agricultural production techniques and its medicinal qualities.