Dravanti

(Dravanti)
Sanskrit: द्रवन्ती • Botanical: Jatropha glandulifera; Croton tiglium

Dravanti is described as a more drastic purgative than even Danti. Its exact botanical identity is debated between Jatropha glandulifera and Croton tiglium. The seeds or root are used for powerful purgation. It should be used with extreme caution and only in strong patients. The text warns against its casual use. Dose: very small - 1 ratti.

Ayurvedic Properties

Taste (Rasa)
Pungent (Katu)
Quality (Guna)
Sharp (Tikshna), Dry (Ruksha)
Potency (Virya)
Hot (Ushna)
Post-digestive (Vipaka)
Pungent (Katu)
Also Known As
English: Dravanti
Sanskrit: द्रवन्ती, शम्बरी
Hindi: द्रवन्ती

What is Dravanti / Red Physic Nut (द्रवन्ती)?

Dravanti is described as a more drastic purgative than even Danti. Its exact botanical identity is debated between Jatropha glandulifera and Croton tiglium. The seeds or root are used for powerful purgation. It should be used with extreme caution and only in strong patients. The text warns against its casual use. Dose: very small - 1 ratti.

Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 3

Therapeutic Actions (Karma)

  • Virechana (drastic purgative)
  • Shodhana (purificatory)

Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 3

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