Overview
Lotus Parts - Padma Kinjala and Karnika is one of the herbs traditionally used in Ayurveda for fertility & conception. The lotus stamens (Kesara) and receptacle (Karnika) are described separately for their specific medicinal properties. They are particularly used in female reproductive disorders including threatened miscarriage. The stamens are astringent and hemostatic. The receptacle (Karnika) is used in diarrhea and dysentery. They are cooling and pacify Pitta. Verses: 5-8.
How Lotus Parts - Padma Kinjala and Karnika Helps with Fertility & Conception
According to Ayurvedic pharmacology, Lotus Parts - Padma Kinjala and Karnika has specific properties that make it valuable for addressing fertility & conception:
- Potency (Virya): Sheeta (cold)
- Post-digestive (Vipaka): Katu (pungent)
- Taste (Rasa): Kashaya (astringent), Tikta (bitter)
- Qualities (Guna): Laghu (light), Ruksha (dry)
Ayurvedic Properties
- Taste (Rasa)
- Astringent (Kashaya), Bitter (Tikta)
- Quality (Guna)
- Light (Laghu), Dry (Ruksha)
- Potency (Virya)
- Cold (Sheeta)
- Post-digestive (Vipaka)
- Pungent (Katu)
- Key Constituents
- Tannins, Alkaloids, Flavonoids
- Also Known As
- English: Lotus Stamens, Lotus Receptacle
Sanskrit: पद्मकेसर, कर्णिका, किञ्जल्क
Hindi: कमल केसर
Other Herbs for Fertility & Conception
See all herbs for fertility & conception on the Fertility & Conception 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.