Vishalaa

(Pointed Gourd variety)
Sanskrit: विशाला • Botanical: Trichosanthes palmata Roxb.

Vishalaa (Trichosanthes palmata) is a large-fruited creeper described among the cucurbit family. It is used as a purgative herb and is helpful in reducing swelling and fevers. The fruit and root are the medicinal parts used. Verse ref: page 405.

Ayurvedic Properties

Taste (Rasa)
Bitter (Tikta)
Quality (Guna)
Heavy (Guru), Unctuous (Snigdha)
Potency (Virya)
Hot (Ushna)
Post-digestive (Vipaka)
Pungent (Katu)
Key Constituents
Trichosanthin, saponins
Also Known As
English: Pointed Gourd variety
Sanskrit: विशाला, महाफला
Hindi: विशाला

What is Vishalaa (Trichosanthes / विशाला)?

Vishalaa (Trichosanthes palmata) is a large-fruited creeper described among the cucurbit family. It is used as a purgative herb and is helpful in reducing swelling and fevers. The fruit and root are the medicinal parts used. Verse ref: page 405.

Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 3

Therapeutic Actions (Karma)

  • Virechana (purgative)
  • Shothahara (reduces swelling)
  • Jvaraghna (reduces fever)

Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 3

Vishalaa by Condition

Explore how Vishalaa is used for specific health concerns — with dosage, preparation methods, and classical references for each.

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Vishalaa for Inflammation

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