Krupasariva

(Cryptolepis)
Sanskrit: कृपासारिवा • Botanical: Cryptolepis buchanani Roem. & Schult.

Krupasariva (Cryptolepis buchanani) is described as a variety of Sariva with darker stems. It climbs on trees and has similar blood-purifying properties. The leaves and roots are used. It is found widely across India. Verse ref: page 427.

Ayurvedic Properties

Taste (Rasa)
Bitter (Tikta), Sweet (Madhura)
Quality (Guna)
Heavy (Guru)
Potency (Virya)
Cold (Sheeta)
Post-digestive (Vipaka)
Sweet (Madhura)
Key Constituents
Cryptolepine alkaloid, flavonoids
Also Known As
English: Cryptolepis, Black Creeper
Sanskrit: कृपासारिवा, कृष्णसारिवा
Hindi: कालीसारिवा

What is Krupasariva (Cryptolepis / कृपासारिवा)?

Krupasariva (Cryptolepis buchanani) is described as a variety of Sariva with darker stems. It climbs on trees and has similar blood-purifying properties. The leaves and roots are used. It is found widely across India. Verse ref: page 427.

Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 3

Therapeutic Actions (Karma)

  • Raktashodhaka (blood purifier)
  • Shothahara (reduces swelling)

Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 3

Krupasariva by Condition

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

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Krupasariva for Inflammation

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