Justicia

(Willow-leaved Justicia)
Sanskrit: काला अडूसा • Botanical: Justicia gendarussa Burm.

Kala Adusa (Justicia gendarussa) is a dark-stemmed variety of the Adusa plant. Unlike the white Vasaka which is Sheeta (cooling), this variety is Ushna (hot) in potency. It is primarily used for Vata disorders including joint pain and inflammation. The leaves are used externally as poultice for pain relief. It is considered useful in rheumatic conditions.

Ayurvedic Properties

Taste (Rasa)
Bitter (Tikta), Pungent (Katu)
Quality (Guna)
Light (Laghu), Sharp (Tikshna)
Potency (Virya)
Hot (Ushna)
Post-digestive (Vipaka)
Pungent (Katu)
Key Constituents
Alkaloids, Flavonoids, Essential oils
Also Known As
English: Willow-leaved Justicia
Sanskrit: काला वासक, नीलपुष्प वासक
Hindi: काला अडूसा

What is Justicia / Kala Adusa (काला अडूसा)?

Kala Adusa (Justicia gendarussa) is a dark-stemmed variety of the Adusa plant. Unlike the white Vasaka which is Sheeta (cooling), this variety is Ushna (hot) in potency. It is primarily used for Vata disorders including joint pain and inflammation. The leaves are used externally as poultice for pain relief. It is considered useful in rheumatic conditions.

Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 3

Therapeutic Actions (Karma)

  • Vatahara (alleviates Vata)
  • Kaphahara (alleviates Kapha)
  • Shothahara (anti-inflammatory)
  • Vedanasthapana (analgesic)

Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 3

Justicia by Condition

Explore how Justicia is used for specific health concerns — with dosage, preparation methods, and classical references for each.

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Justicia for Inflammation
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Justicia for Male Sexual Health

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.