Ayurvedic Properties
- Taste (Rasa)
- Bitter (Tikta), Pungent (Katu)
- Quality (Guna)
- Light (Laghu)
- Potency (Virya)
- Hot (Ushna)
- Post-digestive (Vipaka)
- Pungent (Katu)
- Also Known As
- English: Guggulu Leaf
Sanskrit: गुग्गुलुपत्र
Hindi: गुग्गुल पत्ता
What is Guggulu Patra (Commiphora leaf) (गुग्गुलुपत्र)?
The text mentions the use of Guggulu leaves in the context of the Karpuradi Varga. While Guggulu resin is described earlier in detail, the leaves are noted here for their aromatic and medicinal properties.
Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 2
Therapeutic Actions (Karma)
- Deepana (appetizer)
- Vatahara (alleviates Vata)
Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 2
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