Atibala

(Indian Mallow)
Sanskrit: अतिबला • Botanical: Abutilon indicum (Linn.) Sw.

Atibala (Abutilon indicum) is considered superior in strength-giving properties compared to Bala, hence the name 'Ati-bala' (exceeding Bala). It is a shrubby plant growing 4-5 feet in height. The leaves are heart-shaped and velvety. The flowers are yellow. The seeds are kidney-shaped. Roots, leaves, and seeds are used medicinally. It is heavier in quality than Bala and more nourishing. Used in weakness, debility, urinary disorders, and as a galactagogue. The mucilaginous nature makes it useful as a demulcent in urinary burning and dysuria. Dose: decoction 4 tola; seed powder 2-4 masha. Duration: taken for 4-5 days.

Ayurvedic Properties

Taste (Rasa)
Sweet (Madhura)
Quality (Guna)
Heavy (Guru), Unctuous (Snigdha)
Potency (Virya)
Cold (Sheeta)
Post-digestive (Vipaka)
Sweet (Madhura)
Also Known As
English: Indian Mallow
Sanskrit: अतिबला, कंकतिका
Hindi: कंघी, झंपी, देशी

What is Indian Mallow / Atibala (अतिबला)?

Atibala (Abutilon indicum) is considered superior in strength-giving properties compared to Bala, hence the name 'Ati-bala' (exceeding Bala). It is a shrubby plant growing 4-5 feet in height. The leaves are heart-shaped and velvety. The flowers are yellow. The seeds are kidney-shaped. Roots, leaves, and seeds are used medicinally. It is heavier in quality than Bala and more nourishing. Used in weakness, debility, urinary disorders, and as a galactagogue. The mucilaginous nature makes it useful as a demulcent in urinary burning and dysuria. Dose: decoction 4 tola; seed powder 2-4 masha. Duration: taken for 4-5 days.

Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 3

Therapeutic Actions (Karma)

  • Balya (strengthening)
  • Vrishya (aphrodisiac)
  • Vatahara (alleviates Vata)
  • Sthanyajanana (galactagogue)
  • Mutrakricchrahara (alleviates dysuria)

Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 3

Atibala by Condition

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

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Atibala for Male Sexual Health

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