Overview
Stone Flower is one of the herbs traditionally used in Ayurveda for bleeding disorders. Stone Flower (Shaileya) is the rock lichen Ayurveda burns in skin and bleeding formulas. Bitter, astringent, cooling; 2-4g cools Pitta, clears Kushtha, calms Raktapitta.
How Stone Flower Helps with Bleeding Disorders
According to Ayurvedic pharmacology, Stone Flower has specific properties that make it valuable for addressing bleeding disorders:
- Potency (Virya): Sheeta (cold)
- Post-digestive (Vipaka): Katu (pungent)
- Taste (Rasa): Tikta (bitter), Kashaya (astringent)
- Qualities (Guna): Laghu (light), Ruksha (dry)
Safety & Precautions
Stone Flower is used as a culinary flavoring, which suggests it is well tolerated in food amounts. The classical dose is 2 to 4 grams.
Classical sources in our records list no specific contraindications, drug interactions or overdose signs. Because it is light, dry and cooling, it is worth asking a practitioner whether it suits you if you tend toward dryness or feel the cold easily.
Classical sources give no specific guidance for pregnancy, nursing or children. Use it medicinally in these situations only with advice from a qualified practitioner.
Other Herbs for Bleeding Disorders
See all herbs for bleeding disorders on the Bleeding Disorders 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.