Overview
Oroxylum is one of the herbs traditionally used in Ayurveda for immunity & disease prevention. Sonapatha is described in the text as related to Shyonaka (Oroxylum indicum). The bark is used in various Dashamula formulations. It is found in forests across India and its root bark is valued for anti-inflammatory and anti-diarrheal properties.
How Oroxylum Helps with Immunity & Disease Prevention
According to Ayurvedic pharmacology, Oroxylum has specific properties that make it valuable for addressing immunity & disease prevention:
- Potency (Virya): Ushna (hot)
- Post-digestive (Vipaka): Katu (pungent)
- Taste (Rasa): Tikta (bitter), Kashaya (astringent)
- Qualities (Guna): Laghu (light), Ruksha (dry)
Ayurvedic Properties
- Taste (Rasa)
- Bitter (Tikta), Astringent (Kashaya)
- Quality (Guna)
- Light (Laghu), Dry (Ruksha)
- Potency (Virya)
- Hot (Ushna)
- Post-digestive (Vipaka)
- Pungent (Katu)
- Key Constituents
- Oroxylin A. Root bark contains flavonoids.
- Also Known As
- English: Trumpet Flower Tree
Sanskrit: श्योनाक, शोणपाठ
Hindi: सोनापाठा, सोनमगज
What the Classical Texts Say
- Shotha (swelling)
- Atisara (diarrhea)
- Jwara (fever)
Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 3
Other Herbs for Immunity & Disease Prevention
See all herbs for immunity & disease prevention on the Immunity & Disease Prevention 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.