Ganthiyapravala

(Malati)
Sanskrit: गन्ध्यपलाशी • Botanical: Aganosma caryophyllata G. Don.

Aganosma caryophyllata is a climbing plant belonging to the Apocynaceae family. The text describes it as an aromatic plant with clove-like fragrance. The flowers are white and clustered, 3.5-4.5 inches across in corymbs. The leaves are 2-3 inch long with entire margins. The plant produces small follicle fruits. It is found in the Western Ghats and peninsular India. The flowers are fragrant and used in garlands and aromatic preparations. It has cooling properties and is beneficial for complexion.

Ayurvedic Properties

Taste (Rasa)
Bitter (Tikta), Astringent (Kashaya)
Quality (Guna)
Light (Laghu)
Potency (Virya)
Cold (Sheeta)
Post-digestive (Vipaka)
Pungent (Katu)
Also Known As
English: Malati, Clove-scented vine
Sanskrit: गन्ध्यपलाशी, मालती
Hindi: मालती

What is Ganthiyapravala (Manchil / गन्थियाप्रवाल)?

Aganosma caryophyllata is a climbing plant belonging to the Apocynaceae family. The text describes it as an aromatic plant with clove-like fragrance. The flowers are white and clustered, 3.5-4.5 inches across in corymbs. The leaves are 2-3 inch long with entire margins. The plant produces small follicle fruits. It is found in the Western Ghats and peninsular India. The flowers are fragrant and used in garlands and aromatic preparations. It has cooling properties and is beneficial for complexion.

Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 2

Therapeutic Actions (Karma)

  • Sheetala (cooling)
  • Varnya (improves complexion)

Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 2

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