Sesbania grandiflora, commonly known as agathi or vegetable hummingbird, has been traditionally used in various systems of medicine, particularly in Ayurveda and folk medicine, for the management of gynecological conditions such as leucorrhea (white vaginal discharge). Historical and ethnobotanical records indicate that the leaves and flowers are administered either as decoctions or in powdered form to alleviate symptoms associated with excessive vaginal discharge. The rationale for its use is often attributed to the plant’s astringent, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties as described in traditional texts.

However, direct scientific evidence supporting the efficacy of Sesbania grandiflora in treating leucorrhea is limited. While in vitro and animal studies have shown that extracts of Sesbania grandiflora possess antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory activities, there are no robust clinical trials or pharmacological studies directly linking its use to the successful treatment of leucorrhea in humans. Most of the support for its use thus arises from traditional knowledge and anecdotal reports rather than rigorous scientific validation.

In summary, the use of Sesbania grandiflora for leucorrhea is primarily justified by traditional practice, with limited scientific evidence to support its efficacy for this specific indication.