Rhododendron

(Rhododendron)
Sanskrit: रक्ताश्व • Botanical: Rhododendron anthopogon D. Don; R. campanulatum D. Don; R. lepidotum Wall.

The text mentions Rhododendron species in the context of Talisapatra discussion. Three species are noted: R. anthopogon (found at 10-14,000 feet, 2-4 feet tall shrub with aromatic leaves, 1-2 inch flowers), R. campanulatum (found at higher altitudes, 4-12 feet tall with white-pink flowers), and R. lepidotum (found at similar altitudes). The flowers and leaves have medicinal value. The commentary discusses these as Himalayan aromatic plants sometimes confused with Talisapatra. They are used in cough preparations. R. anthopogon is particularly aromatic and used in Tibetan medicine as well. Dose: 2-4 grams.

Ayurvedic Properties

Taste (Rasa)
Astringent (Kashaya), Sweet (Madhura)
Quality (Guna)
Light (Laghu)
Potency (Virya)
Cold (Sheeta)
Post-digestive (Vipaka)
Sweet (Madhura)
Also Known As
English: Rhododendron
Sanskrit: रक्ताश्व
Hindi: बुरांश

What is Rhododendron (Buransh / बुरांश)?

The text mentions Rhododendron species in the context of Talisapatra discussion. Three species are noted: R. anthopogon (found at 10-14,000 feet, 2-4 feet tall shrub with aromatic leaves, 1-2 inch flowers), R. campanulatum (found at higher altitudes, 4-12 feet tall with white-pink flowers), and R. lepidotum (found at similar altitudes). The flowers and leaves have medicinal value. The commentary discusses these as Himalayan aromatic plants sometimes confused with Talisapatra. They are used in cough preparations. R. anthopogon is particularly aromatic and used in Tibetan medicine as well. Dose: 2-4 grams.

Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 2

Therapeutic Actions (Karma)

  • Kasahara (antitussive)
  • Hridya (cardiotonic)

Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 2

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