Kupaphasarini

(Merremia)
Sanskrit: पसारणी • Botanical: Merremia tridentata Hall.

Kupaphasarini is a variety of creeper related to Prasarini. It is described as a trailing vine. Leptadenia spartium (another identification) is also mentioned. Used similarly to Prasarini for Vata disorders. Verse ref: page 425.

Ayurvedic Properties

Taste (Rasa)
Bitter (Tikta)
Quality (Guna)
Light (Laghu)
Potency (Virya)
Hot (Ushna)
Post-digestive (Vipaka)
Pungent (Katu)
Key Constituents
Resin, alkaloids
Also Known As
English: Merremia, Arrow-leaf Morning Glory
Sanskrit: पसारणी
Hindi: कूपपसारणी

What is Kupaphasarini (Merremia / कूपपसारिणी)?

Kupaphasarini is a variety of creeper related to Prasarini. It is described as a trailing vine. Leptadenia spartium (another identification) is also mentioned. Used similarly to Prasarini for Vata disorders. Verse ref: page 425.

Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 3

Therapeutic Actions (Karma)

  • Vatahara (alleviates Vata)
  • Shothahara (reduces swelling)

Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 3

Kupaphasarini by Condition

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

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Kupaphasarini for Inflammation

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