Red Coral: Benefits, Uses & Dosage

Sanskrit: Praval Botanical: Corallium rubrum

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Ayurvedic Properties

Dosha Effect
Vata, Pitta & Kapha balanced
Tissues
Plasma, blood, fat, muscle, reproductive
Systems
Digestive, nervous, excretory, respiratory, circulatory, reproductive

What is Red Coral?

Best source of easily digestible calcium, osteoporosis. It is mainly used for coughs, wasting, asthma, low fever, urinary diseases, carbuncles, scrofula, spermatorrhea, gonorrhea and other genital inflammation with mucus discharge. Other mainuses include nerve headaches, giddiness, and ver-tigo. Also, it is used for chronic bronchitis, pul-monary tuberculosis, vomiting, dyspepsia, biliousheadache, weakness, and debility. It is also used in tooth powders as an astringent. Praval piahti for ulcers.Preparation: Ash powder

Source: The Ayurveda Encyclopedia, Chapter 4: Herbology

Ayurvedic Properties (Energetics)

PropertyValue
Dosha EffectVPK=
Tissues (Dhatu)Plasma, blood, fat, muscle, reproductive
Body SystemsDigestive, nervous, excretory, respiratory, circulatory, reproductive

Source: The Ayurveda Encyclopedia, Chapter 4: Herbology

Therapeutic Actions

  • Antacid
  • astringent
  • nervine tonic
  • laxative
  • diuretic
  • emetic
  • antibilious

Source: The Ayurveda Encyclopedia, Chapter 4: Herbology

Red Coral – Ayurvedic Healing Properties

Red coral comes from the sea and absorbs energy from the planet Mars. It also contains calcium carbonate. Its action calms pitta. It is a blood purifier and helps one to control hate, anger and jealousy.

Elements: Water, Earth and Fire.

How to wear: Should be worn on the index or ring-finger of the right hand.

Source: Ayurveda: The Science of Self-Healing, Chapter XIII: Metals, Gems, and Color Therapy

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.