Laxative or purgative.
The two species used most often for medicinal purposes are Alexandrian senna and Tinnevelly senna.
Anthraquinone glycosides.
The leguminous tree that produces senna is Cassia senna, also known as senna tree. It is widely cultivated for the medicinal properties of its leaves, which are used to make senna tea or senna-based laxatives.
In Gujarati, senna leaves are commonly referred to as "સેના પત્તા" (sena patta). They are known for their use as a natural laxative and are often utilized in traditional medicine. Senna is derived from the Cassia plant and is valued for its medicinal properties.
Antispasmodic, anticoagulant.
Anti-inflammatory.
Diuretic and anti-inflammatory.
Anti-inflammatory.
Anti-bacterial, astringent.
Astringent, sedative, hypotonic.
Antiviral, antibacterial, expectorant.
Diuretic and diaphoretic.