Overview
Plaksha is one of the herbs traditionally used in Ayurveda for bleeding disorders. Plaksha (White Fig) is a large tree resembling the Banyan. The bark, latex, leaves and fruits are used medicinally. It is one of the Panchavalkala (five barks). Its properties and uses are similar to Vata (Banyan) and Udumbara. It is astringent, cooling and useful in Raktapitta, Yoniroga, and Vrana. The bark decoction is used in diarrhea, dysentery and bleeding disorders. Dose: Bark decoction 1-2 tola. Verses: 11-12.
How Plaksha Helps with Bleeding Disorders
According to Ayurvedic pharmacology, Plaksha has specific properties that make it valuable for addressing bleeding disorders:
- Potency (Virya): Sheeta (cold)
- Post-digestive (Vipaka): Katu (pungent)
- Taste (Rasa): Kashaya (astringent), Madhura (sweet)
- Qualities (Guna): Guru (heavy), Ruksha (dry)
Other Herbs for Bleeding Disorders
See all herbs for bleeding disorders on the Bleeding Disorders page.
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