Murva plant - Marsdenia tenacissima

Murva plant - Marsdenia tenacissima are used as single drug, and also in compound formulations of Ayurveda for treating of fever, polyuria, dryness of mouth, worm infestations, itching, bleeding piles, bleeding disorders, and excessive thirst. It is used especially for chronic obstinate urinary disorders, diseases of the skin, vomiting, etc. It is detoxifies blood, and gives relief in skin diseases. It has purgative action.The dried flowers, and leaves of are used internally for cough, vomiting, fever, and as an appetizer.

The paste is applied externally over major burns.It is used as ingredient in preparation of medicated oil which is applied on skin diseases, fractures, convulsions, hemiplegia, facial paralysis, and cephalalgia.