Promotes digestion and clears ama; excellent for vata and kapha conditions.
ⓘ Information
| Property | Value | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Rasa | Katu | Katu (Pungent) — stimulates digestion, circulation, expectorant |
| Guna | Laghu, Tikshna | Laghu (Light) — easy to digest, promotes lightness; Tikshna (Sharp) — penetrating, stimulating |
| Virya | Ushna | Ushna (Hot) — heating, increases metabolism and Pitta |
| Vipaka | Katu | Katu (Pungent) — post-digestive pungent, lightening |
| Prabhava | Deepana, Pachana, Krimighna | Deepana — kindles digestive fire without digesting ama; Pachana — digests ama and toxins; Krimighna — anti-parasitic, destroys worms |
Sanskrit Synonyms
In the classical Ayurvedic texts, Chavya is known by the following Sanskrit names:
Chavika, Krikara, Karikana, Vashira
Parts Used
The medicinal parts of Chavya are: moola, kanda.
Main Indications
Chavya is indicated in Ayurveda for the following conditions:
Arsha, Gulma, Anaha, Shoola, Krimi.
Dosha Effects
Chavya pacifies Kapha, Vata.
It may aggravate Pitta when used in excess or in sensitive individuals.
Usage
Chavya 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).