Ayurvedic Properties
- Taste (Rasa)
- Astringent (Kashaya), Sweet (Madhura)
- Quality (Guna)
- Heavy (Guru), Unctuous (Snigdha)
- Potency (Virya)
- Cold (Sheeta)
- Post-digestive (Vipaka)
- Sweet (Madhura)
- Key Constituents
- Resin acids, Dammarenolic acid, Shoreic acid, Volatile oil
- Also Known As
- English: Sal Resin, Dammar
Sanskrit: राल, सर्जरस, राला
Hindi: राल, धूना
What is Sal Resin (Rala / राल)?
Rala is the resin obtained from the Sal tree (Shorea robusta). It is astringent and sweet in taste with cooling potency. It is primarily used for wound healing and as a hemostatic agent. The resin is applied externally on wounds and fractures. Internally it is used for diarrhea and bleeding disorders. It is an important ingredient in plasters and ointments used in bone-setting.
Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 2
Therapeutic Actions (Karma)
- Raktastambhana (hemostatic)
- Vranaropana (wound healing)
- Grahi (absorbent/anti-diarrheal)
- Sandhaniya (promotes union of fractures)
Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 2
Sal Resin by Condition
Explore how Sal Resin is used for specific health concerns — with dosage, preparation methods, and classical references for each.
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.