Shvet Musli — White Musli

Ayurvedic herb Shvet Musli (Chlorophytum borivilianum) — White Musli. Pharmacological properties: Rasa Madhura, Virya Sheeta, Vipaka Madhura. Balances Vata, Pitta.

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Chlorophytum borivilianum is a celebrated aphrodisiac and rejuvenative herb, often called ‘White Gold’.

ⓘ Information
PropertyValueDescription
RasaMadhuraMadhura (Sweet) — nourishing, grounding, promotes tissue growth
GunaGuru, SnigdhaGuru (Heavy) — increases bulk, grounding; Snigdha (Oily/Unctuous) — moistening, nourishing
ViryaSheetaSheeta (Cold) — cooling, decreases Pitta and inflammation
VipakaMadhuraMadhura (Sweet) — post-digestive sweet, nourishing
PrabhavaVrishya, Balya, BrimhaniyaVrishya — aphrodisiac, enhances reproductive health; Balya — strengthens, increases strength and stamina; Brimhaniya — nourishing, builds tissues

Sanskrit Synonyms

In the classical Ayurvedic texts, Shvet Musli is known by the following Sanskrit names:

Musli, Suvaha, Vrishya

Parts Used

The medicinal parts of Shvet Musli are: moola.

Main Indications

Shvet Musli is indicated in Ayurveda for the following conditions:

Klaibya, Daurbalya, Ojo Kshaya, Shukra Alpata.

Dosha Effects

Shvet Musli pacifies Vata, Pitta.

It may aggravate Kapha when used in excess or in sensitive individuals.

Usage

Shvet Musli 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).