Cicca acida is a sour fruit that aids digestion and has a laxative effect.
ⓘ Information
| Property | Value | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Rasa | Amla | Amla (Sour) — stimulates digestion, salivation, cleansing |
| 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 | Amla | Amla (Sour) — post-digestive sour, acidic |
| Prabhava | Deepana, Virechana | Deepana — kindles digestive fire without digesting ama; Virechana — purgative, therapeutic cleansing |
Sanskrit Synonyms
In the classical Ayurvedic texts, Lavali is known by the following Sanskrit names:
Lavaliphala, Sugandhamula, Pandu
Parts Used
The medicinal parts of Lavali are: phala, moola.
Main Indications
Lavali is indicated in Ayurveda for the following conditions:
Aruchi, Agnimandya, Vibhandha, Trishna.
Dosha Effects
Lavali pacifies Vata.
It may aggravate Pitta, Kapha when used in excess or in sensitive individuals.
Usage
Lavali 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).