Ayurvedic Properties
- Taste (Rasa)
- Bitter (Tikta)
- Quality (Guna)
- Light (Laghu), Unctuous (Snigdha)
- Potency (Virya)
- Cold (Sheeta)
- Post-digestive (Vipaka)
- Pungent (Katu)
- Key Constituents
- Jasmine oil, Linalool, Benzyl acetate
- Also Known As
- English: Arabian Jasmine, Mallika
Sanskrit: मल्लिका
Hindi: मल्लिका, मोगरा
What is Mallika / Arabian Jasmine (मल्लिका)?
Mallika is described as a specific cultivar of Jasminum sambac, distinct from the other jasmine varieties. The name 'Mallika' specifically refers to the semi-double or single-flowered Arabian jasmine. Used for similar purposes as other jasmines. Verse: 24-26.
Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 4
Therapeutic Actions (Karma)
- Varnya (complexion enhancer)
- Netrya (good for eyes)
Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 4
How to Use Arabian Jasmine by Condition
Explore how Arabian Jasmine is used for specific health concerns — with dosage, preparation methods, and classical references for each.
▶ Classical Text References (1 sources)
References in Astanga Hridaya Sutrasthan
during nights, he should bind the eyes with a pad of flowers like malati, mallika etc.
— Astanga Hridaya Sutrasthan, Tarpana Putpaka Vidhi
During nights he should bind the eyes with a pad of flowers like Malati, Mallika (Jasmine varieties).
— Astanga Hridaya Sutrasthan, Tarpana Putpaka Vidhi
Source: Astanga Hridaya Sutrasthan, Tarpana Putpaka Vidhi
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