Vigna trilobata is a cooling, strengthening herb, considered a rejuvenative (rasayana) and aphrodisiac.
ⓘ Information
| Property | Value | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Rasa | Madhura | Madhura (Sweet) — nourishing, grounding, promotes tissue growth |
| Guna | Laghu, Snigdha | Laghu (Light) — easy to digest, promotes lightness; Snigdha (Oily/Unctuous) — moistening, nourishing |
| Virya | Sheeta | Sheeta (Cold) — cooling, decreases Pitta and inflammation |
| Vipaka | Madhura | Madhura (Sweet) — post-digestive sweet, nourishing |
| Prabhava | Jivaniya, Vrishya, Chakshushya | Jivaniya; Vrishya — aphrodisiac, enhances reproductive health; Chakshushya — eye health promoter |
Sanskrit Synonyms
In the classical Ayurvedic texts, Mudgaparni is known by the following Sanskrit names:
Suryaparni, Alpika, Kakamudra, Saha
Parts Used
The medicinal parts of Mudgaparni are: panchanga, moola.
Main Indications
Mudgaparni is indicated in Ayurveda for the following conditions:
Kshata Kshaya, Raktapitta, Jwara, Daurbalya, Daha.
Dosha Effects
Mudgaparni pacifies Vata, Pitta.
It may aggravate Kapha when used in excess or in sensitive individuals.
Usage
Mudgaparni 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).