A member of the Dashamoola group, Uraria picta is a tonic that balances all three doshas and supports fracture healing.
ⓘ Information
| Property | Value | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Rasa | Madhura, Tikta | Madhura (Sweet) — nourishing, grounding, promotes tissue growth; Tikta (Bitter) — detoxifying, anti-inflammatory, antipyretic |
| Guna | Guru | Guru (Heavy) — increases bulk, grounding |
| Virya | Ushna | Ushna (Hot) — heating, increases metabolism and Pitta |
| Vipaka | Madhura | Madhura (Sweet) — post-digestive sweet, nourishing |
| Prabhava | Balya, Vrishya, Sandhanakaraka | Balya — strengthens, increases strength and stamina; Vrishya — aphrodisiac, enhances reproductive health; Sandhanakaraka |
Sanskrit Synonyms
In the classical Ayurvedic texts, Prishniparni is known by the following Sanskrit names:
Chitraparni, Kalashi, Guha, Dhavani
Parts Used
The medicinal parts of Prishniparni are: moola, panchanga.
Main Indications
Prishniparni is indicated in Ayurveda for the following conditions:
Jwara, Trishna, Atisara, Vata Vyadhi, Bhagna.
Dosha Effects
Prishniparni pacifies Vata, Pitta, Kapha. It is tridoshic — balancing all three doshas.
Usage
Prishniparni 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).