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Katphala for Asthma

Sanskrit: कटफल | Myrica nagi Thumb.

How Katphala helps with Asthma according to Ayurveda. Classical references, dosage, preparation methods, and what modern research says.

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Overview

Katphala is one of the herbs traditionally used in Ayurveda for asthma. Tree found in Himalayas. Bark is the part used. Important in ENT disorders — headache, sinusitis, rhinitis. Used as Nasya (nasal insufflation).

How Katphala Helps with Asthma

According to Ayurvedic pharmacology, Katphala has specific properties that make it valuable for addressing asthma:

  • Potency (Virya): Ushna
  • Taste (Rasa): Katu, Tikta, Kashaya
  • Qualities (Guna): Laghu, Tikshna

Ayurvedic Properties

Taste (Rasa)
Katu, Tikta, Kashaya
Quality (Guna)
Laghu, Tikshna
Potency (Virya)
Ushna
Key Constituents
Myricetin (a flavonoid), essential oil
Also Known As
Sanskrit: कटफल, कैटर्य, कुम्भिक, श्रीपर्णिका
Hindi: कायफल, कटफल

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Bamboo Manna Bambusa arundinacea Willd.
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Kadali Musa sapientum Linn.
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Black Pepper Pipernigrum Linn.
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Camphor Dryobalanops camphora Colebr. (Bhimseni); Cinnamomum camphora Nees & Eberm. (Chini)
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Cinnamon Cinnamomum cassia Blume

See all herbs for asthma on the Asthma page.

Medical Disclaimer: The information on this page is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Ayurvedic treatments should be pursued under the guidance of a qualified practitioner (BAMS/MD Ayurveda). Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new treatment. Content is sourced from classical Ayurvedic texts and may not reflect the latest medical research.