Leea macrophylla is used for its anti-inflammatory and diuretic properties, especially in filariasis.
ⓘ Information
| Property | Value | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Rasa | Kashaya | Kashaya (Astringent) — drying, absorbent, wound-healing |
| Guna | Laghu, Ruksha | Laghu (Light) — easy to digest, promotes lightness; Ruksha (Dry) — absorbs moisture, drying |
| Virya | Ushna | Ushna (Hot) — heating, increases metabolism and Pitta |
| Vipaka | Katu | Katu (Pungent) — post-digestive pungent, lightening |
| Prabhava | Shothahara, Krimighna | Shothahara — anti-inflammatory, reduces swelling; Krimighna — anti-parasitic, destroys worms |
Sanskrit Synonyms
In the classical Ayurvedic texts, Hastikarna Palasha is known by the following Sanskrit names:
Hastikarna, Samudraka, Vrikshadani bheda
Parts Used
The medicinal parts of Hastikarna Palasha are: moola, patra.
Main Indications
Hastikarna Palasha is indicated in Ayurveda for the following conditions:
Shlipada, Shotha, Krimi Vyadhi, Arsha, Vrana.
Dosha Effects
Hastikarna Palasha pacifies Kapha, Vata.
It may aggravate Pitta when used in excess or in sensitive individuals.
Usage
Hastikarna Palasha 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).