Ayurvedic Properties
- Taste (Rasa)
- Sweet (Madhura)
- Quality (Guna)
- Heavy (Guru), Unctuous (Snigdha)
- Potency (Virya)
- Cold (Sheeta)
- Post-digestive (Vipaka)
- Sweet (Madhura)
- Key Constituents
- Starch, Sugars, Potassium, Vitamins
- Also Known As
- English: Banana varieties
Sanskrit: कदली, मोचा
Hindi: केला प्रकार
What is Banana varieties (Kela Prakar / केला प्रकार)?
Description of different banana varieties (Bheda) and their specific properties. Different varieties include Yellaki (Elaichi banana - small and sweet), Poovan, Nendran (cooking banana), and others. Each variety has slightly different therapeutic properties but all are generally sweet, nourishing and heavy. The flower (Mocha) is used as a vegetable and in diabetes. The stem juice is diuretic and lithotriptic. Verses continued.
Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 6
Therapeutic Actions (Karma)
- Brinhana (nourishing)
- Vrishya (aphrodisiac)
Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 6
Banana varieties by Condition
Explore how Banana varieties is used for specific health concerns — with dosage, preparation methods, and classical references for each.
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.