The legendary Soma plant, often identified as Sarcostemma acidum, is a rejuvenative and vitality booster.
ⓘ Information
| Property | Value | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Rasa | Amla | Amla (Sour) — stimulates digestion, salivation, cleansing |
| Guna | Laghu | Laghu (Light) — easy to digest, promotes lightness |
| Virya | Ushna | Ushna (Hot) — heating, increases metabolism and Pitta |
| Vipaka | Madhura | Madhura (Sweet) — post-digestive sweet, nourishing |
| Prabhava | rasayan, Balya | Rasayana — rejuvenative, promotes longevity and immunity; Balya — strengthens, increases strength and stamina |
Sanskrit Synonyms
In the classical Ayurvedic texts, Somavalli is known by the following Sanskrit names:
Soma, Dhanurvriksha, Pratibhuvah
Parts Used
The medicinal parts of Somavalli are: panchanga, swarasa.
Main Indications
Somavalli is indicated in Ayurveda for the following conditions:
Kshaya, Trishna, Raktapitta, Rasayana, Daurbalya.
Dosha Effects
Somavalli pacifies Vata, Pitta.
It may aggravate Kapha when used in excess or in sensitive individuals.
Usage
Somavalli 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).