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 Phyllanthus niruri is an herb that grows in regions of
central and southern India. It can reach 30–60 centimeters in height
and when in bloom displays an array of yellow flowers. Phyllanthus
species are also found in China, the Philippines, Cuba, Nigeria, and
Guam. All parts of the plant exhibit medicinal
properties.
Commonly known as “stonebreaker” because of its
strong roots, Phyllanthus niruri is mainly found in South America
but can also be found in tropical areas like the rain forest of the
Amazon. It grows freely like a weed spreading abundantly. It is used
medically as a diuretic and an astringent.
Much like
Phylanthus niruri, is the small Chanca piedra annual herb that grows
in tropical areas like the rainforests of the Amazon, Bahamas,
China, and Southern India. In drier climates like Brazil, India,
Florida, and Texas, Phyllanthus amarus and Phyllanthus sellowianus
grows. They are similar in appearance and medical uses.
The
small herb-like plant Chanca piedra is much like Phyllanthus niruri,
both containing long histories in herbal medicine systems world
wide. The whole plant and its aerial parts are used for many
remedies, mostly biliary and urinary. Some examples are kidney and
gallbladder stones, hepatitis, colds, flu, tuberculosis, and other
viral infections. It has also been proven effective in liver
diseases like jaundice and liver cancer. It is sometimes used for
bacterial infections such as cystitis, prostatitis, venereal
diseases, and urinary tract infections. It can also assist in
reducing anemia symptoms, diabetes and hypertension. It is well
known for its diuretic, analgesic, stomachic, antispasmodic,
febrifugal, and cell protective properties. Phyllanthus may help
decrease the amount of hepatitis B virus found in the blood stream.
Phyllanthus urinaria is more effective medicinally than the variety
Phyllanthus amarus.
Dosage
Always
follow the advice of your health provider. Use as directed on the
package.
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