Shankapushpi, power of tranquility, 200 grams

Ayurvedic herb to support optimal functioning of the brain and calming nervous system

Shankapushpi, known for its calming and cooling properties, balances Pitta and Vata doshas, the excess of fire and air energy is a common cause of stress, anxiety and emotional disturbances. In traditional Ayurvedic medicine it is used to relieve mental fatigue, promote restful sleep and improve concentration. It nourishes and regenerates the nervous system and supports emotional stability. It has also been used in traditional Ayurvedic medicine to treat Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.³ Research highlights its neuroprotective and memory-enhancing properties, which are particularly important in the treatment of cognitive decline associated with these conditions. Shankapushpi improves concentration and attention in children with ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder).⁴

In addition to the mental health benefits, Shankapushpi helps detoxify the liver, supports healthy digestion, and helps regulate blood pressure. Its cooling and soothing properties are beneficial for treating conditions associated with excessive heat in the body, such as acidity or inflammation. It helps to reduce stress, anxiety and mental fatigue.

What is Shankapushpi?

Shankhpushpi powder is the dried and ground plant convolvulus pluricaulis (convolvulus prostratus). It is a creeping herb native to India and is popularly used in Ayurvedic medicine for its sedative and cooling effects to support mental health.

General effects of Shankapushpi based on Ayurvedic observations

• Natural sedative to help reduce stress and anxiety
• Supports blood circulation to the brain
• Improves sleep quality
• Regenerates nervous tissue
• Helps improve concentration
• Helps improve memory and mental alertness
• Directs the energy of the rising vata downwards

Beneficial in the treatment of the following symptoms / diseases^1,2

• For nervous system disorders: anxiety, insomnia, epilepsy
• Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, cognitive decline in old age
• Sleep disturbance: promotes restful, restful sleep
• Nervous constipation and digestive problems

Energetic effects based on Ayurvedic observations

• Rasa – Taste: bitter, pungent, astringent
• Vipaka – Post digestive effect: sweet
• Virya – Heat effect: cooling
• Dosha impact: pacifies all three dosas, particularly useful for reducing pitta and vata dosha

Product quality guarantee:

Our supplier partner in India is a certified organic producer of Ayurvedic products. All our products are 100% vegan, with cellulose capsules and Halal and Kosher certified.

Scientific research and publications on Shankapushpi

There are several scientific studies on the uses and benefits of Convolvulus Pluricaulis. Studies have investigated among others its effects on the nervous system, cognitive functions, sleep quality and digestion. Some of these publications include:

• “Protective Mechanisms of Nootropic Herb Shankhpushpi (Convolvulus pluricaulis) against Dementia: Network Pharmacology and Computational Approach”, 2022 Oct, Wiley³
• “Medicinal Benefits of Shankhpushpi (Convolulus pluricaulis)”, 2023 Feb, DhanWanTripPharmaceutical⁴
• “Chemical composition, antioxidant potential, macromolecule damage and neuroprotective activity of Convolvulus pluricaulis“, 2018 Feb, PubMed
• “An update on Ayurvedic herb Convolvulus pluricaulis Choisy”, 2014, PubMed
• “Phytochemical Profile, Pharmacological Attributes and Medicinal Properties of Convolvulus prostratus – A Cognitive Enhancer Herb for the Management of Neurodegenerative Etiologies”, 2020 Mar, Frontiers in Pharmacology
• “Traditional Ayurvedic and herbal remedies for Alzheimer’s disease: From Bench to Bedside”, 2019 Mar, ResearchGate

_{Sources: ¹Dr David Frawley, Dr Vasant Lad “Ayurvedic Herbs”, ² Sebastien Pole, Ayurvedic medicine}