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Vidarikanda for Male Sexual Health

Sanskrit: विदारी

How Vidarikanda helps with Male Sexual Health according to Ayurveda. Classical references, dosage, preparation methods, and what modern research says.

Overview

Vidarikanda is one of the herbs traditionally used in Ayurveda for male sexual health. Additional Vidari varieties are discussed in the text, noting the botanical confusion between Pueraria tuberosa, Ipomoea digitata, and various Dioscorea species all called 'Vidari'. The text acknowledges multiple plants being used under this name.

How Vidarikanda Helps with Male Sexual Health

According to Ayurvedic pharmacology, Vidarikanda has specific properties that make it valuable for addressing male sexual health:

  • Potency (Virya): Sheeta (cold)
  • Post-digestive (Vipaka): Madhura (sweet)
  • Taste (Rasa): Madhura (sweet)
  • Qualities (Guna): Guru (heavy), Snigdha (unctuous)

Ayurvedic Properties

Taste (Rasa)
Sweet (Madhura)
Quality (Guna)
Heavy (Guru), Unctuous (Snigdha)
Potency (Virya)
Cold (Sheeta)
Post-digestive (Vipaka)
Sweet (Madhura)
Also Known As
English: Vidari variety
Sanskrit: विदारी
Hindi: विदारी

Other Herbs for Male Sexual Health

See all herbs for male sexual health on the Male Sexual Health 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.