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ⓘ Information
| Property | Value | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Rasa | Tikta, Kashaya, Madhura | Tikta (Bitter) — detoxifying, anti-inflammatory, antipyretic; Kashaya (Astringent) — drying, absorbent, wound-healing; 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 | Hridaya, Varnya, Chakshushya | Hridaya — cardiac tonic, heart health; Varnya — improves complexion and skin tone; Chakshushya — eye health promoter |
Sanskrit Synonyms
In the classical Ayurvedic texts, Taruni is known by the following Sanskrit names:
Satapatri, Devataruni, Kamala bheda
Parts Used
The medicinal parts of Taruni are: pushpa, patra.
Main Indications
Taruni is indicated in Ayurveda for the following conditions:
Daha, Hridroga, Trishna, Mukharoga, Kushta.
Dosha Effects
Taruni pacifies Pitta.
It may aggravate Vata, Kapha when used in excess or in sensitive individuals.
Usage
Taruni 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).