Artocarpus lakoocha is an astringent fruit used to improve digestion and act as a liver tonic.
ⓘ Information
| Property | Value | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Rasa | Amla, Kashaya | Amla (Sour) — stimulates digestion, salivation, cleansing; Kashaya (Astringent) — drying, absorbent, wound-healing |
| Guna | Guru | Guru (Heavy) — increases bulk, grounding |
| Virya | Ushna | Ushna (Hot) — heating, increases metabolism and Pitta |
| Vipaka | Amla | Amla (Sour) — post-digestive sour, acidic |
| Prabhava | Deepana, Yakrituttejaka | Deepana — kindles digestive fire without digesting ama; Yakrituttejaka — liver stimulant |
Sanskrit Synonyms
In the classical Ayurvedic texts, Lakuca is known by the following Sanskrit names:
Dahu, Kshudrapanasa, Granthila
Parts Used
The medicinal parts of Lakuca are: twak, phala.
Main Indications
Lakuca is indicated in Ayurveda for the following conditions:
Agnimandya, Yakrit Vikara, Anaha, Raktadosha.
Dosha Effects
Lakuca pacifies Kapha, Pitta.
It may aggravate Vata when used in excess or in sensitive individuals.
Usage
Lakuca 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).