Citron fruit is a variety of lemon used to stimulate digestion and as a heart tonic.
ⓘ Information
| Property | Value | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Rasa | Amla | Amla (Sour) — stimulates digestion, salivation, cleansing |
| Guna | Laghu, Snigdha | Laghu (Light) — easy to digest, promotes lightness; Snigdha (Oily/Unctuous) — moistening, nourishing |
| Virya | Ushna | Ushna (Hot) — heating, increases metabolism and Pitta |
| Vipaka | Madhura | Madhura (Sweet) — post-digestive sweet, nourishing |
| Prabhava | Deepana, Hridaya | Deepana — kindles digestive fire without digesting ama; Hridaya — cardiac tonic, heart health |
Sanskrit Synonyms
In the classical Ayurvedic texts, Bijapura is known by the following Sanskrit names:
Matulunga, Matalunga, Mahaphala
Parts Used
The medicinal parts of Bijapura are: phala, twak, moola.
Main Indications
Bijapura is indicated in Ayurveda for the following conditions:
Agnimandya, Chardi, Aruchi, Kasa, Shwasa, Hikkaroga.
Dosha Effects
Bijapura pacifies Vata, Pitta.
It may aggravate Kapha when used in excess or in sensitive individuals.
Usage
Bijapura is used in classical Ayurvedic formulations. Consult a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner for appropriate dosage and preparation based on your constitution (Prakriti) and current imbalance (Vikriti).