Dhattura

White thorn apple (E), Datura (H):

Dhattura is steeped in legend. The sublimely enticing flowers draw you towards them. It has psychotropic qualities that give it a mythical character. Ayurvedically the leaves are a potent remedy for diffusing the lungs and circulating pra-n. a.

Lungs Dhattura leaves are a powerful remedy for dilating the bronchioles of the lungs. They are antispasmodic and can swiftly relieve wheezing and tightness of the chest. It is used as a drying remedy to counteract mucus and congestion in the lungs when avalambaka kapha has accumulated. Fevers As this remedy moves upwards and outwards it can help to induce diaphoresis and therefore break a fever.