Munji

(Bhramari)
Sanskrit: भ्रामरी Botanical: Not clearly specified

Bhramari/Munji is described as a plant beneficial for hair and as a rejuvenative. The name Bhramari suggests an association with bees (Bhramar = bee). It is described in the context of hair-promoting herbs. Verse ref: page 429.

Ayurvedic Properties

Taste (Rasa)
Sweet (Madhura), Bitter (Tikta)
Quality (Guna)
Heavy (Guru)
Potency (Virya)
Cold (Sheeta)
Post-digestive (Vipaka)
Sweet (Madhura)
Key Constituents
Not specified
Also Known As
English: Bhramari
Sanskrit: भ्रामरी, मुंजरस
Hindi: मुंजी

What is Munji (Bhramar / भ्रामरी)?

Bhramari/Munji is described as a plant beneficial for hair and as a rejuvenative. The name Bhramari suggests an association with bees (Bhramar = bee). It is described in the context of hair-promoting herbs. Verse ref: page 429.

Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 3

Therapeutic Actions (Karma)

  • Keshya (promotes hair growth)
  • Rasayana (rejuvenative)

Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 3

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