Ayurvedic Properties
- Taste (Rasa)
- Sweet (Madhura)
- Quality (Guna)
- Light (Laghu)
- Potency (Virya)
- Cold (Sheeta)
- Post-digestive (Vipaka)
- Sweet (Madhura)
- Also Known As
- English: Cat's Tail, Bulrush
Sanskrit: गोंदपटेर
Hindi: गोंदपटेर
What is Cat's Tail / Gond Pater (गोंदपटेर)?
Gond Pater (Typha angustata) is the narrow-leaved cat's tail or bulrush found in marshy areas. It is briefly mentioned with limited medicinal description.
Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 3
Therapeutic Actions (Karma)
- Mutral (diuretic)
Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 3
How to Use Cat's Tail by Condition
Explore how Cat's Tail is used for specific health concerns — with dosage, preparation methods, and classical references for each.
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