Overview
Krupasariva is one of the herbs traditionally used in Ayurveda for inflammation. Krupasariva (Cryptolepis buchanani) is described as a variety of Sariva with darker stems. It climbs on trees and has similar blood-purifying properties. The leaves and roots are used. It is found widely across India. Verse ref: page 427.
How Krupasariva Helps with Inflammation
According to Ayurvedic pharmacology, Krupasariva has specific properties that make it valuable for addressing inflammation:
- Potency (Virya): Sheeta (cold)
- Post-digestive (Vipaka): Madhura (sweet)
- Taste (Rasa): Tikta (bitter), Madhura (sweet)
- Qualities (Guna): Guru (heavy)
Ayurvedic Properties
- Taste (Rasa)
- Bitter (Tikta), Sweet (Madhura)
- Quality (Guna)
- Heavy (Guru)
- Potency (Virya)
- Cold (Sheeta)
- Post-digestive (Vipaka)
- Sweet (Madhura)
- Key Constituents
- Cryptolepine alkaloid, flavonoids
- Also Known As
- English: Cryptolepis, Black Creeper
Sanskrit: कृपासारिवा, कृष्णसारिवा
Hindi: कालीसारिवा
Other Herbs for Inflammation
See all herbs for inflammation on the Inflammation 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.