Hapusha

Sanskrit: हपुषा Botanical: Juniperus communis Linn.

Two types — Hapusha and Matsyandika. Both aromatic. Used in digestive and urinary disorders.

Ayurvedic Properties

Taste (Rasa)
Katu, Tikta, Madhura
Quality (Guna)
Laghu, Tikshna
Potency (Virya)
Ushna
Key Constituents
Juniperin, organic acids, resin, volatile oil
Also Known As
Sanskrit: हपुषा, सुरभि
Hindi: हपुषा, हाउबर

What is Hapusha / Juniper Berry?

Two types — Hapusha and Matsyandika. Both aromatic. Used in digestive and urinary disorders.

Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 1

Therapeutic Actions (Karma)

  • Deepana
  • Pachana
  • Mutrala (diuretic)
  • Shothahara
  • Kasa-Shwasa hara

Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 1

Hapusha by Condition

Explore how Hapusha is used for specific health concerns — with dosage, preparation methods, and classical references for each.

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