Overview
Sarpagandha is one of the herbs traditionally used in Ayurveda for blood pressure. Reserpine from this plant revolutionized modern hypertension treatment. Used in Ayurveda for centuries for insomnia, mental disorders, and snake bites. Root is the part used. Small shrub in sub-Himalayan tracts.
How Sarpagandha Helps with Blood Pressure
According to Ayurvedic pharmacology, Sarpagandha has specific properties that make it valuable for addressing blood pressure:
- Potency (Virya): Ushna (hot)
- Taste (Rasa): Tikta (bitter), Kashaya (astringent)
- Qualities (Guna): Laghu
Ayurvedic Properties
- Taste (Rasa)
- Bitter (Tikta), Astringent (Kashaya)
- Quality (Guna)
- Laghu
- Potency (Virya)
- Hot (Ushna)
- Key Constituents
- Reserpine (famous alkaloid), Ajmaline (C₂₀H₂₆O₂N₂), Ajmalicine, Serpentine, 50+ other alkaloids
- Also Known As
- Sanskrit: सर्पगन्धा, नकुलेष्टा
Hindi: सर्पगन्धा, छोटी चाँदनी
Other Herbs for Blood Pressure
See all herbs for blood pressure on the Blood Pressure 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.