Overview
Shankhpushpi variety is one of the herbs traditionally used in Ayurveda for brain fog & memory. Canscora decussata is another plant used as Shankhapushpi in some regions. It is found at altitudes up to 4000 feet. Some scholars consider this to be the true Shankhapushpi. Its flowers are also conch-shell shaped. Used for similar brain-tonic purposes as other Shankhapushpi varieties. The whole plant is used. Dose: Kvatha 5-15 tola. Verse reference: 269-270.
How Shankhpushpi variety Helps with Brain Fog & Memory
According to Ayurvedic pharmacology, Shankhpushpi variety has specific properties that make it valuable for addressing brain fog & memory:
- Potency (Virya): Sheeta (cold)
- Post-digestive (Vipaka): Katu (pungent)
- Taste (Rasa): Tikta (bitter)
- Qualities (Guna): Laghu (light)
Ayurvedic Properties
- Taste (Rasa)
- Bitter (Tikta)
- Quality (Guna)
- Light (Laghu)
- Potency (Virya)
- Cold (Sheeta)
- Post-digestive (Vipaka)
- Pungent (Katu)
- Key Constituents
- Xanthones, Mangiferin
- Also Known As
- English: Canscora
Sanskrit: शंखपुष्पी, दस्तारकुण्डी
Hindi: शंखपुष्पी
Other Herbs for Brain Fog & Memory
See all herbs for brain fog & memory on the Brain Fog & Memory 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.