Shatavari

Synonyms	Shatamuli
BS	shatavari mostly comprises of the dried roots and the leaves of the naturally occurring plant known as Asparagus racemosus Will,
Family	Liliaceae
CC	steriodal saponins shatavarin I-IV present collectively to the extent of 0.2%; however shatavarin I is the major glycoside present.
Uses	The roots are employed mostly as galactogogue to promote the flow of milk. The roots are used invariably as tonic and diuretic. The steroidal saponin Shatavari-I is reported to exert antioxytocic activity. The roots are extensively employed as a medicinal oil for the control and management of nervine disorders and rheumatism. In the Ayurvedic System of Medicine it is widely used both in threatened abortion and safe delivery because of its distinct uterine blocking activity.