Ayurvedic Properties
- Taste (Rasa)
- Bitter (Tikta), Astringent (Kashaya)
- Quality (Guna)
- Light (Laghu), Unctuous (Snigdha)
- Potency (Virya)
- Cold (Sheeta)
- Post-digestive (Vipaka)
- Pungent (Katu)
- Key Constituents
- Hydrocyanic acid, Amygdalin, flavonoid glycosides
- Also Known As
- English: Wild Himalayan Cherry, Mild Himalayan Cherry
Sanskrit: पद्मक, पद्माह्व, पद्मपुष्प
Hindi: पद्माख, पदमख
What is Wild Himalayan Cherry (Padmaka / पद्मक)?
Padmaka is obtained from the bark of Prunus puddum, a tree found in the Himalayan region. It is known for its cooling properties and is widely used in Ayurveda for skin care, bleeding disorders, and burning sensations. The drug acts as a complexion enhancer (Varnya) and is a key ingredient in many cosmetic and dermatological formulations. It pacifies Pitta and Kapha doshas.
Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 2
Therapeutic Actions (Karma)
- Varnya (improves complexion)
- Dahaprashamana (relieves burning sensation)
- Vishaghna (antitoxic)
- Raktapittahara (alleviates bleeding disorders)
Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 2
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