Overview
Vanda is one of the herbs traditionally used in Ayurveda for inflammation. 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.
How Vanda Helps with Inflammation
According to Ayurvedic pharmacology, Vanda has specific properties that make it valuable for addressing inflammation:
- Potency (Virya): Sheeta (cold)
- Post-digestive (Vipaka): Katu (pungent)
- Taste (Rasa): Tikta (bitter), Kashaya (astringent)
- Qualities (Guna): Laghu (light)
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
Other Herbs for Inflammation
See all herbs for inflammation on the Inflammation 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.