{"id":7972,"date":"2026-02-21T15:00:36","date_gmt":"2026-02-21T09:30:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ayurvedtreatment.com\/?p=7972"},"modified":"2026-03-10T13:33:09","modified_gmt":"2026-03-10T08:03:09","slug":"bhumyamalaki-phyllanthus-niruri-uses-research-remedies-side-effects","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ayurvedtreatment.com\/?p=7972","title":{"rendered":"Bhumyamalaki: Phyllanthus niruri \u2013 Uses, Research, Remedies, Side Effects"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Introduction<\/h2>\n\n

Phyllanthus niruri, commonly known as Bhumyamalaki or Bhui Amla<\/strong>, is one of the most respected liver-protective herbs in Ayurveda. It is widely used in the management of jaundice, hepatitis, fatty liver, splenomegaly, diabetes, urinary disorders, skin diseases, and inflammatory conditions<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n

It is also an ingredient in classical Rasayana formulations such as Chyawanprash.<\/p>\n\n

Latin Name:<\/strong> Phyllanthus niruri Linn., Phyllanthus amarus
Family:<\/strong> Euphorbiaceae (Eranda Kula)<\/p>\n\n

Sanskrit Synonyms<\/h1>\n\n

Bhoomi Amalaki, Bhu Dhatri, Shatamala, Bahupatra, Bahuphala, Tali, Tamalaki, Trutoshiva, Sookshmapatri, Shubhankini, Shiva, Bahuveerya, Vishvakparni and others.<\/p>\n

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Sanskrit Verse<\/h1>\n\n

Bhumyamalaki is indicated in:<\/p>\n\n

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  • Rochani<\/strong> \u2013 Enhances appetite<\/li>\n\n
  • Pandu<\/strong> \u2013 Anemia<\/li>\n\n
  • Raktapitta<\/strong> \u2013 Bleeding disorders<\/li>\n\n
  • Kaphaja Kushta<\/strong> \u2013 Skin diseases<\/li>\n\n
  • Visha<\/strong> \u2013 Toxic conditions<\/li>\n\n
  • Shwasa & Kasa<\/strong> \u2013 Respiratory disorders<\/li>\n\n
  • Trushna & Pipasa<\/strong> \u2013 Excess thirst<\/li>\n\n
  • Daha<\/strong> \u2013 Burning sensation<\/li>\n\n
  • Hidhma<\/strong> \u2013 Hiccups<\/li>\n\n
  • Pitta Meha<\/strong> \u2013 Diabetes<\/li>\n\n
  • Mutraroga<\/strong> \u2013 Urinary disorders<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

    Botanical Classification<\/h1>\n\n
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    • Kingdom: Plantae<\/li>\n\n
    • Order: Malpighiales<\/li>\n\n
    • Family: Phyllanthaceae<\/li>\n\n
    • Genus: Phyllanthus<\/li>\n\n
    • Species: P. niruri<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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      Properties, Part Used, Dosage<\/h1>\n\n

      Ayurvedic Pharmacodynamics<\/h2>\n\n
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      • Rasa:<\/strong> Tikta (Bitter), Kashaya (Astringent), Madhura (Sweet)<\/li>\n\n
      • Guna:<\/strong> Laghu (Light), Ruksha (Dry)<\/li>\n\n
      • Veerya:<\/strong> Sheeta (Cooling)<\/li>\n\n
      • Vipaka:<\/strong> Madhura<\/li>\n\n
      • Karma:<\/strong> Kaphapitta Shamana<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

        Chemical Constituents<\/h1>\n\n

        Major constituents include:<\/p>\n\n

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        • Phyllanthin<\/li>\n\n
        • Niranthin<\/li>\n\n
        • Flavonoids<\/li>\n\n
        • Alkaloids<\/li>\n\n
        • Geraniin<\/li>\n\n
        • Corilagin<\/li>\n\n
        • Ellagitannins<\/li>\n\n
        • Kaempferol derivatives<\/li>\n\n
        • Sterols<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

          Classical Categorization<\/h1>\n\n
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          • Charaka \u2013 Kasahara, Shwasahara<\/li>\n\n
          • Dhanvantari Nighantu \u2013 Chandanadi Varga<\/li>\n\n
          • Bhavaprakasha \u2013 Guduchyadi Varga<\/li>\n\n
          • Raja Nighantu \u2013 Parpatadi Varga<\/li>\n\n
          • Kaiyyadeva Nighantu \u2013 Oushadhi Varga<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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            Vernacular Names<\/h1>\n\n

            Hindi \u2013 Bhui Amla
            English \u2013 Stonebreaker
            Kannada \u2013 Nelanelli
            Malayalam \u2013 Kizharnelli
            Tamil \u2013 Kilanelli
            Telugu \u2013 Nela Usirika
            Marathi \u2013 Bhui Amla
            Spanish \u2013 Chanca Piedra
            Brazil \u2013 Quebrapedra
            Sinhala \u2013 Pittawaka
            Sind \u2013 Niruri
            and various regional names across India and abroad.<\/p>\n

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            Morphology<\/h1>\n\n

            Bhumyamalaki is a small annual herb growing up to 2 feet tall.<\/p>\n\n

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            • Leaves: Small, alternate, arranged in two rows<\/li>\n\n
            • Flowers: Small, pale green, monoecious<\/li>\n\n
            • Stem: Smooth, light green<\/li>\n\n
            • Fruits: Tiny smooth capsules<\/li>\n\n
            • Habitat: Widely distributed across India, especially coastal regions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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              Uses, Indications<\/h1>\n\n

              Bhumyamalaki is used both internally and externally in Ayurvedic clinical practice.<\/p>\n\n

              External Uses<\/h3>\n\n
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              • Leaf paste applied for skin infections and inflammatory skin disorders<\/li>\n\n
              • Whole plant paste with rock salt applied over fractures to reduce swelling and pain<\/li>\n\n
              • Root paste triturated with lime juice or rice gruel used in conjunctivitis and blepharitis<\/li>\n\n
              • Paste with buttermilk used in jaundice<\/li>\n\n
              • Processed paste applied over eyelids in eye pain<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

                Internal Uses<\/h3>\n\n
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                • Fresh leaf juice (15\u201320 ml empty stomach) in indigestion, hyperacidity, and jaundice<\/li>\n\n
                • Whole plant juice (15 ml) in fever, hepatomegaly, splenomegaly<\/li>\n\n
                • Decoction (30 ml) as blood purifier and for skin diseases<\/li>\n\n
                • Herbal tea in typhoid<\/li>\n\n
                • Juice in cough and asthma (internal or nasal use under supervision)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

                  Disease-Specific Indications<\/h3>\n\n
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                  • Prameha (Diabetes):<\/strong> Powder with Maricha<\/li>\n\n
                  • Raktapitta (Haemorrhage):<\/strong> Seeds with rice water<\/li>\n\n
                  • Pradara:<\/strong> Root with rice water<\/li>\n\n
                  • Oedema:<\/strong> Leaf and root paste<\/li>\n\n
                  • Chronic Dysentery:<\/strong> Infusion of tender shoots<\/li>\n\n
                  • Typhoid:<\/strong> Leaf decoction<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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                    Part Used<\/h2>\n\n

                    Whole plant (Panchanga)<\/p>\n\n

                    Dosage<\/h2>\n\n
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                    • Fresh juice: 10\u201320 ml<\/li>\n\n
                    • Powder: 3\u20136 grams daily<\/li>\n\n
                    • Decoction: 30 ml<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

                      Dosage should be individualized under Ayurvedic supervision.<\/em><\/p>\n

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                      Pharmacology<\/h1>\n\n

                      Modern research identifies the following actions:<\/p>\n\n

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                      • Hepatoprotective<\/li>\n\n
                      • Antioxidant<\/li>\n\n
                      • Anti-viral<\/li>\n\n
                      • Anti-inflammatory<\/li>\n\n
                      • Hypoglycemic<\/li>\n\n
                      • Antispasmodic<\/li>\n\n
                      • Analgesic<\/li>\n\n
                      • Carminative<\/li>\n\n
                      • Febrifugal<\/li>\n\n
                      • Mild laxative<\/li>\n\n
                      • Biliary stimulant<\/li>\n\n
                      • Vermifugal<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

                        Useful In:<\/h3>\n\n

                        Hepatitis, jaundice, diabetes, kidney stones, menorrhagia, dyspepsia, cystitis, prostatitis, hypertension, skin ulcers, sore throat, chronic dysentery.<\/p>\n

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                        Adverse Effect<\/h1>\n\n
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                        • No significant adverse effects in recommended dosage<\/li>\n\n
                        • Excess use may aggravate Vata due to cooling nature<\/li>\n\n
                        • Mild laxative effect \u2014 caution in diarrhea<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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                          Interaction with Medicines, Supplements<\/h1>\n\n

                          With Homeopathic Medicines<\/h3>\n\n

                          Generally compatible.<\/p>\n\n

                          With Supplements<\/h3>\n\n

                          Usually safe with multivitamins and omega-3, but medical supervision is advised.<\/p>\n\n

                          With Allopathic Medicines<\/h3>\n\n

                          Maintain a 30-minute gap between conventional and Ayurvedic medicines. Consult physician if on diabetes or liver medication.<\/p>\n

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                          Bhoomyamalaki for Liver Protection<\/h1>\n\n

                          Bhumyamalaki is one of Ayurveda\u2019s most trusted natural liver protectors<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n

                          It helps in:<\/p>\n\n

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                          • Fatty liver<\/li>\n\n
                          • Elevated liver enzymes<\/li>\n\n
                          • Hepatitis<\/li>\n\n
                          • Alcoholic liver damage<\/li>\n\n
                          • Drug-induced hepatotoxicity<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

                            Actions include:<\/p>\n\n

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                            • Liver cell regeneration<\/li>\n\n
                            • Reduction of oxidative stress<\/li>\n\n
                            • Improved bile flow<\/li>\n\n
                            • Anti-inflammatory protection<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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                              Ayurvedic Medicines<\/h1>\n\n

                              Formulations containing Bhumyamalaki include:<\/p>\n\n

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                              • Clearliv Syrup<\/li>\n\n
                              • A3 Forte Capsule<\/li>\n\n
                              • Avir Tablet<\/li>\n\n
                              • Livplus Capsule<\/li>\n\n
                              • Vasuliv Tablet<\/li>\n\n
                              • Beliv Tablet<\/li>\n\n
                              • Chyavanaprasha<\/li>\n\n
                              • Kantakari Ghrita<\/li>\n\n
                              • Bhumyamalakadi Kashaya<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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                                Research<\/h1>\n\n

                                Antioxidant Activity<\/h2>\n\n

                                Studies demonstrate reduced lipid peroxidation and improved antioxidant enzyme levels (GSH, CAT, SOD).<\/p>\n\n

                                Hepatoprotective Study<\/h2>\n\n

                                Animal studies show protection against acetaminophen-induced liver toxicity.<\/p>\n\n

                                Anti-diabetic Study<\/h2>\n\n

                                Methanolic extracts show significant blood glucose reduction in STZ-induced diabetic models.<\/p>\n\n

                                Anti-inflammatory Study<\/h2>\n\n

                                Standardized extracts demonstrate significant anti-inflammatory and analgesic activity.<\/p>\n

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                                These compounds contribute to hepatoprotective and metabolic effects.<\/p>\n

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                                Sthanika Karma (Systemic Action)<\/h1>\n\n

                                External Use<\/h2>\n\n
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                                • Skin disorders<\/li>\n\n
                                • Wound inflammation<\/li>\n\n
                                • Fracture swelling<\/li>\n\n
                                • Eye disorders (with Saindhava and fermented gruel)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

                                  Internal Administration<\/h2>\n\n

                                  Digestive System<\/h3>\n\n

                                  Carminative, digestive stimulant, liver stimulant. Useful in anorexia, thirst, gastric ulcer, jaundice.<\/p>\n\n

                                  Circulatory System<\/h3>\n\n

                                  Blood purifier; beneficial in bleeding disorders.<\/p>\n\n

                                  Respiratory System<\/h3>\n\n

                                  Useful in cough and dyspnea; root with sugar in hiccough.<\/p>\n\n

                                  Reproductive System<\/h3>\n\n

                                  Indicated in female reproductive disorders.<\/p>\n\n

                                  Excretory System<\/h3>\n\n

                                  Useful in diabetes and urinary disorders.<\/p>\n\n

                                  Satmikarana<\/h3>\n\n

                                  Promotes strength and exhibits anti-toxic action.<\/p>\n\n

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                                  Dr. Abhijeet Shirkande<\/strong> MD, PhD<\/p>\n\n

                                  Shirkande Ayurved Clinic<\/p>\n\n

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