Traditionally, the root cut into pieces was boiled at length in water, often in combination with other Dashamula roots, until the liquid reduced. This compound preparation was reserved for use supervised by a practitioner. Dosage must be validated with a healthcare professional or recognized pharmacopoeia before use.
The dried root was finely pounded to obtain a powder, then mixed with honey or warm water according to local uses. This preparation requires precise dosage, to be established with a professional. Dosage must be validated with a healthcare professional or recognized pharmacopoeia before use.
Dried leaves were sometimes infused alone for a milder use, particularly for temporary respiratory discomfort. However, it is advisable to seek advice before any regular use. Dosage must be validated with a healthcare professional or recognized pharmacopoeia before use.
Clerodendrum phlomidis grows spontaneously in arid and semi-arid zones of India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka; it is rarely found outside herbalists specializing in Ayurvedic plants.
The root is traditionally harvested at the end of the dry season, when the plant concentrates its reserves, while the leaves are gathered young at the beginning of the rainy season.