Sanskrit Verse
रसनस्थो बोधको रसवेदनात्।
— (Ashtanga Hrudayam, Sutrasthana 12/15 - part of verse)
Explanation
Bodhaka Kapha is located in the tongue (Rasana) and oral cavity. Its function is to enable the perception of taste (‘Bodhana’ means to know or perceive). It moistens the mouth and food, allowing the taste buds to function properly.
Clinical Importance
Without Bodhaka Kapha, one cannot perceive taste. Its vitiation can lead to a loss or distortion of the sense of taste, and dryness of the mouth.