Overview
Bakula is one of the herbs traditionally used in Ayurveda for skin disorders. Bakula (Maulsiri) is a large handsome evergreen tree with fragrant flowers. It is found throughout India, particularly in Western and Southern regions. The bark and flowers are the main medicinal parts. The bark is astringent and is used in gingivitis, loose teeth, and bleeding gums. The bark decoction is an excellent mouthwash for dental problems. The flowers are fragrant, dried and used in sachets. The fruit is edible when ripe. The bark contains about 70% tannin and saponins. The dried flowers are used medicinally for dental disorders. It is one of the most important drugs for Dantaroga (dental diseases) in Ayurveda. Dose: Bark decoction for gargling; powder 2-4 masha. Verses mentioned.
How Bakula Helps with Skin Disorders
According to Ayurvedic pharmacology, Bakula has specific properties that make it valuable for addressing skin disorders:
- Potency (Virya): Sheeta (cold)
- Post-digestive (Vipaka): Katu (pungent)
- Taste (Rasa): Kashaya (astringent), Madhura (sweet)
- Qualities (Guna): Guru (heavy), Ruksha (dry)
Ayurvedic Properties
- Taste (Rasa)
- Astringent (Kashaya), Sweet (Madhura)
- Quality (Guna)
- Heavy (Guru), Dry (Ruksha)
- Potency (Virya)
- Cold (Sheeta)
- Post-digestive (Vipaka)
- Pungent (Katu)
- Key Constituents
- Saponin, Tannins, Ursolic acid
- Also Known As
- English: Bakula Tree, Bullet Wood
Sanskrit: बकुल, केसरा, मधुगन्ध, चिरपुष्प
Hindi: मौलसिरी, मौलश्री
Other Herbs for Skin Disorders
See all herbs for skin disorders on the Skin Disorders 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.