Ayurvedic Properties
- Taste (Rasa)
- Bitter (Tikta), Astringent (Kashaya)
- Quality (Guna)
- Light (Laghu)
- Potency (Virya)
- Cold (Sheeta)
- Post-digestive (Vipaka)
- Pungent (Katu)
- Key Constituents
- Mucilage, alkaloids
- Also Known As
- English: Vanda Orchid
Sanskrit: वन्दा, वन्दाक, छद्मपत्रक
Hindi: वन्दा
What is Vanda (Orchid / वन्दा)?
Vanda (orchid) is described in the context of bone-healing and anti-swelling herbs. The epiphytic orchid grows on tree trunks. Its roots and stems are used medicinally. It is traditionally used to promote fracture healing (like Hadjod) and reduce swellings. Also mentioned as an antidote to certain poisons. Verse ref: page 449.
Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 3
Therapeutic Actions (Karma)
- Sandhaniya (promotes fracture healing)
- Shothahara (reduces swelling)
- Vishaghna (anti-poison)
Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 3
How to Use Vanda by Condition
Explore how Vanda is used for specific health concerns — with dosage, preparation methods, and classical references for each.
▶ Classical Text References (1 sources)
References in Charaka Samhita
Medicated oil prepared by cooking with bala – country mallow root – Sida cordifolia, etc), rasna (Vanda roxburghi / Pluchea lanceolata) etc), and guduchi – Tinospora cordifolia etc.
— Charaka Samhita, Chikitsa Sthana — Therapeutic Principles, Chapter 26: Three Vital Organs Treatment (Trimarmiya Chikitsa / त्रिमर्मीयचिकित्सा)
Source: Charaka Samhita, Chikitsa Sthana — Therapeutic Principles, Chapter 26: Three Vital Organs Treatment (Trimarmiya Chikitsa / त्रिमर्मीयचिकित्सा)
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