Overview
Asclepias is one of the herbs traditionally used in Ayurveda for male sexual health. Asclepias curassavica is described as having emetic properties - it is sometimes called Bastard Ipecacuanha. The milky latex contains Asclepiadin. The plant has opposite leaves and orange-red flower clusters. It is pungent, bitter, sharp, and hot in potency. Used as an emetic and for poison treatment. The latex is irritant and should be used cautiously. Verse ref: page 440.
How Asclepias Helps with Male Sexual Health
According to Ayurvedic pharmacology, Asclepias has specific properties that make it valuable for addressing male sexual health:
- Potency (Virya): Ushna (hot)
- Post-digestive (Vipaka): Katu (pungent)
- Taste (Rasa): Katu (pungent), Tikta (bitter)
- Qualities (Guna): Laghu (light), Tikshna (sharp)
Ayurvedic Properties
- Taste (Rasa)
- Pungent (Katu), Bitter (Tikta)
- Quality (Guna)
- Light (Laghu), Sharp (Tikshna)
- Potency (Virya)
- Hot (Ushna)
- Post-digestive (Vipaka)
- Pungent (Katu)
- Key Constituents
- In latex (Asclepiadin, Vincetoxin)
- Also Known As
- English: Bastard Ipecacuanha, Blood Flower
Sanskrit: काकनासा
Hindi: काकनासा
Other Herbs for Male Sexual Health
See all herbs for male sexual health on the Male Sexual Health page.
Medical Disclaimer: The information on this page is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Ayurvedic treatments should be pursued under the guidance of a qualified practitioner (BAMS/MD Ayurveda). Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new treatment. Content is sourced from classical Ayurvedic texts and may not reflect the latest medical research.