Overview
Thalictrum is one of the herbs traditionally used in Ayurveda for skin disorders. Thalictrum foliolosum is described as a source of Berberine-rich roots. The roots are yellow due to high Berberine content (about 2.5%). It grows at altitudes of 5000-6000 feet in the Himalayas and can yield up to 9000 feet. The text relates it to Mamira (Coptis teeta) which is another Berberine-containing plant used for eye disorders. Thalictrum root is used as a substitute for Mamira. It is particularly valued for eye diseases (Netra Roga), fevers, and blood purification. The yellow root contains Isorhamnetin (Quercetin derivative) and Kaempferol. Verse refs: pages 432-433.
How Thalictrum Helps with Skin Disorders
According to Ayurvedic pharmacology, Thalictrum has specific properties that make it valuable for addressing skin disorders:
- Potency (Virya): Sheeta (cold)
- Post-digestive (Vipaka): Katu (pungent)
- Taste (Rasa): Tikta (bitter)
- Qualities (Guna): Laghu (light), Ruksha (dry)
Other Herbs for Skin Disorders
See all herbs for skin disorders on the Skin Disorders page.
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