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Nakuli / Ishwarmool / Indian Birthwort for Fertility & Conception

Sanskrit: नाकुली | Aristolochia indica Linn.

How Nakuli / Ishwarmool / Indian Birthwort helps with Fertility & Conception according to Ayurveda. Classical references, dosage, preparation methods, and what modern research says.

Overview

Nakuli / Ishwarmool / Indian Birthwort is one of the herbs traditionally used in Ayurveda for fertility & conception. Root used. Famous anti-venom for snake bites (applied externally and given internally). Named 'Nakuli' after mongoose which is believed to use this plant after snake bites.

How Nakuli / Ishwarmool / Indian Birthwort Helps with Fertility & Conception

According to Ayurvedic pharmacology, Nakuli / Ishwarmool / Indian Birthwort has specific properties that make it valuable for addressing fertility & conception:

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

Ayurvedic Properties

Taste (Rasa)
Tikta, Katu
Quality (Guna)
Laghu, Ruksha, Tikshna
Potency (Virya)
Ushna
Key Constituents
Aristolochine (Aristolochic acid), Aristolodine, Borneol, Oleic/Palmitic/Stearic acids
Also Known As
Sanskrit: नाकुली, ईश्वरी
Hindi: ईश्वरबेल, ईश्वरमूल

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.