Description
Senna leaves come from the plant Senna alexandrina, also known as Cassia angustifolia or Cassia senna. Senna is a flowering plant in the legume family Fabaceae and is native to North Africa and parts of Asia. Senna leaves contain compounds called anthraquinones, primarily sennosides A and B, which have a stimulant laxative effect on the colon. These compounds stimulate the muscles of the intestines, promoting bowel movements and relieving constipation. Senna is often used as a short-term treatment for occasional constipation or to facilitate bowel movements before certain medical procedures.
