Overview
Mashaparni is one of the herbs traditionally used in Ayurveda for skin disorders. Mashaparni (Teramnus labialis) is a twining herb whose leaves resemble those of Masha (black gram). It is found in fields and open areas across India. Along with Mudgaparni, it is considered an important Jeevaniya drug. Its properties are sweet, heavy, and cooling -- making it nourishing and strength-promoting. It is used in fever management and as a general tonic.
How Mashaparni Helps with Skin Disorders
According to Ayurvedic pharmacology, Mashaparni has specific properties that make it valuable for addressing skin disorders:
- Potency (Virya): Sheeta (cold)
- Post-digestive (Vipaka): Madhura (sweet)
- Taste (Rasa): Madhura (sweet)
- Qualities (Guna): Guru (heavy), Snigdha (unctuous)
Ayurvedic Properties
- Taste (Rasa)
- Sweet (Madhura)
- Quality (Guna)
- Heavy (Guru), Unctuous (Snigdha)
- Potency (Virya)
- Cold (Sheeta)
- Post-digestive (Vipaka)
- Sweet (Madhura)
- Also Known As
- English: Wild Masha, Blue Wiss
Sanskrit: माषपर्णी, कृष्णवृन्ता, सहा
Hindi: माषपर्णी, वन उड़द, रामवैद
What the Classical Texts Say
- Jwara (fever)
- Daurbalya (weakness)
- Shukra Dosha (seminal disorders)
- Daha (burning sensation)
Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 3
Other Herbs for Skin Disorders
See all herbs for skin disorders on the Skin Disorders 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.