Overview
Wild Himalayan Cherry is one of the herbs traditionally used in Ayurveda for skin disorders. 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.
How Wild Himalayan Cherry Helps with Skin Disorders
According to Ayurvedic pharmacology, Wild Himalayan Cherry has specific properties that make it valuable for addressing skin disorders:
- Potency (Virya): Sheeta (cold)
- Post-digestive (Vipaka): Katu (pungent)
- Taste (Rasa): Tikta (bitter), Kashaya (astringent)
- Qualities (Guna): Laghu (light), Snigdha (unctuous)
Other Herbs for Skin Disorders
See all herbs for skin disorders on the Skin Disorders page.
▶ Classical Text References (1 sources)
A paste of Triphala, Padmaka (Prunus cerasoides, wild Himalayan cherry), Ushira (vetiver), Samanga (Manjishtha, Rubia cordifolia), Karavira (Nerium oleander), Nala Mula (root of Arundo donax/giant reed), and Ananta (Sariva/Hemidesmus indicus) -- this paste destroys Kapha-type Visarpa.
— Sharangadhara Samhita, Uttara Khanda, Chapter 11: Lepa Vidhi (Topical Paste Application)
Source: Sharangadhara Samhita, Uttara Khanda, Chapter 11: Lepa Vidhi (Topical Paste Application)
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