Overview
Drona Pushpi is one of the herbs traditionally used in Ayurveda for sinus & allergies. Dronapushpi (Leucas cephalotes) is an erect annual herb found commonly across India. Its name comes from the Drona-shaped (cup-shaped) inflorescence. The plant has strong aromatic smell. It is used in fevers, coughs, worm infestations, and inflammatory conditions. The juice of leaves is used as nasal drops for headache. It is widely used in folk medicine across India. The plant grows 1-3 feet tall with square stems and opposite leaves. Dose: Swarasa 2-4 tola. Verse: 271-274.
How Drona Pushpi Helps with Sinus & Allergies
According to Ayurvedic pharmacology, Drona Pushpi has specific properties that make it valuable for addressing sinus & allergies:
- Potency (Virya): Ushna (hot)
- Post-digestive (Vipaka): Katu (pungent)
- Taste (Rasa): Tikta (bitter), Katu (pungent)
- Qualities (Guna): Laghu (light), Ruksha (dry)
Ayurvedic Properties
- Taste (Rasa)
- Bitter (Tikta), Pungent (Katu)
- Quality (Guna)
- Light (Laghu), Dry (Ruksha)
- Potency (Virya)
- Hot (Ushna)
- Post-digestive (Vipaka)
- Pungent (Katu)
- Key Constituents
- Essential oils, Alkaloids, Flavonoids
- Also Known As
- English: Drona Pushpi, Thumbai
Sanskrit: द्रोणपुष्पी, कुटुम्बका, फलपूरा
Hindi: गूमा, द्रोणपुष्पी
Other Herbs for Sinus & Allergies
See all herbs for sinus & allergies on the Sinus & Allergies page.
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.