Ayurvedic Properties
- Taste (Rasa)
- Sweet (Madhura), Astringent (Kashaya)
- Quality (Guna)
- Light (Laghu), Unctuous (Snigdha)
- Potency (Virya)
- Cold (Sheeta)
- Post-digestive (Vipaka)
- Sweet (Madhura)
- Key Constituents
- Calcium carbonate (CaCO3), conchiolin (protein), traces of minerals
- Also Known As
- English: Pearl
Sanskrit: मुक्ता, मौक्तिक, शुक्तिज, शशिप्रभा
Hindi: मोती
What is Gems — Pearl (Mukta / Moti / मुक्ता)?
Mukta (Pearl) is one of the most important gems in Ayurvedic therapeutics. Mukta Bhasma (pearl ash) and Mukta Pishti (pearl ground with rose water) are widely used preparations. Pearl is cooling and indicated in burning sensation, Pitta disorders, eye diseases, heart diseases, and as a calcium supplement. The text describes 8 sources of pearls — from oysters (best), conch shells, elephant head, snake hood, bamboo, boar tusk, fish head, and clouds. Oyster pearls are the only medicinally useful ones. Good pearls are white, lustrous, round, and heavy. Verses: 80-85.
Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 7
Therapeutic Actions (Karma)
- Netrya (beneficial for eyes)
- Vishaghna (anti-poison)
- Hridya (cardiotonic)
- Varnya (complexion enhancer)
- Balya (strength-giving)
Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 7
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.