Overview
Mansarohini is one of the herbs traditionally used in Ayurveda for skin disorders. Mansarohini (Soymida febrifuga) is a large tree primarily valued for promoting wound healing and tissue regeneration, as suggested by its name 'Mansarohini' (flesh-growing). The heartwood is red in colour. The bark is extremely bitter and astringent. It is mainly used in fracture healing, wound management, and as a febrifuge. The bark is used in diarrhoea due to its astringent properties. It is found commonly in Rajputana and Central India. The bark contains tannin and a bitter principle useful in fevers. The timber is red and durable. Dose: bark decoction 1-2 tola; bark powder 2-4 masha.
How Mansarohini Helps with Skin Disorders
According to Ayurvedic pharmacology, Mansarohini has specific properties that make it valuable for addressing skin disorders:
- Potency (Virya): Sheeta (cold)
- Post-digestive (Vipaka): Katu (pungent)
- Taste (Rasa): Tikta (bitter), Kashaya (astringent)
- Qualities (Guna): Laghu (light), Ruksha (dry)
Safety & Precautions
Our sources list no specific contraindications, drug interactions or overdose signs for Mansarohini. That means the safety record here is simply unrecorded, not proven clean.
- The bark is extremely bitter and astringent, and its tannin content is what makes it useful in diarrhoea. Stay within the classical dose range.
- For fractures, deep wounds, heavy bleeding or high fever, see a doctor first. Mansarohini is a traditional support, not a substitute for urgent care.
Other Herbs for Skin Disorders
See all herbs for skin disorders on the Skin Disorders 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.