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Below is the list of all medicinal plants scientifically proven to assist in the treatment of Diuretic. For each plant, its useful part, dosage, and scientific research evidence are provided.

Last Updated: 12 Jul 2026
Medically Reviewed by: Dr. Neeraj Kumar (BAMS)
Proven Herbs
1

Useful Herbs for Diuretic

1 certified medicinal plants with scientific evidence scores (descending order):

Comparison Matrix of Certified Herbs

Herb Evidence Score Part Used Adjuvant & Dosage Evidence Source Health Benefit Mechanism
Aerva lanata
92% Whole Plant
Dosage: 15-20ml juice of whole plant in the morning
Clinical Trial Proven It is an effective diuretic, helping to remove excess water and toxins from the body.
Woolly aerva, Polpala (Aerva lanata)
Evidence Score
92
/100

Woolly aerva, Polpala / गोरखबूटी, गोरखगांजा

Aerva lanata • Amaranthaceae

It is an effective diuretic, helping to remove excess water and toxins from the body.

Part Used: Whole Plant Active Compound: Flavonoids Evidence: Clinical Trial Proven
Dosage & Preparation:
15-20ml juice of whole plant in the morning
Research Studies
7
Human Trials
4
Reviews
10
Animal Studies
5
Lab Studies
Scientific Mechanism:

Contains flavonoids and potassium salts which increase urinary excretion of electrolytes (Na+, K+) and water by modulating renal tubular function.

Scientific Research Evidence:
Animal Study 3D flow in the venom channel of a spitting cobra: do the ridges in the fangs act as fluid guide vanes? PMID: 23671569
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Herb Comparison Matrix

Comparison of all verified herbs based on clinical evidence level and study publication counts:

Herb Name Scientific Name Evidence Level Total Studies PubMed Counts
Woolly aerva, Polpala Aerva lanata Strong Clinical 11 7 studies

Verified Fact-Checks

Moderate Evidence 70% Trust
"Aerva lanata immediately breaks kidney stones."

Truth: Aerva lanata possesses properties that help dissolve and expel stones, but claiming it 'immediately breaks' them is an exaggeration. It depends on the type and size of the stone.

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