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Its red roots point to its affinity for the blood and the red pigment can be seen in the urine.","key_benefits":"Improves blood flow\r\nDetoxifying\r\nGradually dissolves gall & bladder stones","how_does_it_feel":"Manjistha is a perennial climber, native to India, which can be found growing most predominantly in the lower regions of the Himalayas and the Western Ghats in Southern India. It can also be found growing in Japan, Indonesia and Sri Lanka in moist, tropical forests up to altitudes of 3500 metres. The plant itself is prickly and will often grow over other plants. The roots have a characteristically red colouring and the leaves are an ovate shape with distinctive veins running along their length. The flowers are small and a white-green colouring. 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Manjistha will clear any congested heat and toxicity from the blood, relieving characteristically irritated, itching and inflamed skin conditions. The profound effect of manjistha on the blood supply also indicates it in menstrual disorders and chronic inflammatory conditions. Manjistha will also effectively break down accumulations that may be obstructing the blood flow, such as tumours and lumps. The cooling nature of manjistha on the blood has made it effective in reducing irritation and agitation of the nervous system on both an emotional and physical level.\r\n\r\nManjistha\u2019s affinity for cleaning, cooling and clearing the blood of all excess heat, inflammation and toxicity, indicates it in itching, eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, vitiligo, acne, acne rosacea and herpes. It is excellent for relieving pruritus influenced by liver heat and aggravation. 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