The Blue Lotus (Nymphaea nouchali) is a cooling, calming herb for the heart and mind, used to relieve burning sensations.
ⓘ Information
| Property | Value | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Rasa | Madhura, Kashaya | Madhura (Sweet) — nourishing, grounding, promotes tissue growth; Kashaya (Astringent) — drying, absorbent, wound-healing |
| 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, Dahashamana, rasayan | Hridaya — cardiac tonic, heart health; Dahashamana; Rasayana — rejuvenative, promotes longevity and immunity |
Sanskrit Synonyms
In the classical Ayurvedic texts, Utpala is known by the following Sanskrit names:
Nilotpala, Kumuda bheda, Indivara, Asitotpala
Parts Used
The medicinal parts of Utpala are: pushpa, kanda.
Main Indications
Utpala is indicated in Ayurveda for the following conditions:
Raktapitta, Daha, Trishna, Hridroga, Bhrama.
Dosha Effects
Utpala pacifies Pitta.
It may aggravate Vata, Kapha when used in excess or in sensitive individuals.
Usage
Utpala 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).