Nagabala

(Nagabala)
Sanskrit: नागबला • Botanical: Sida veronicaefolia Lam.; Syn-Sida humilis Cav.

Nagabala (Sida veronicaefolia or Sida humilis) is another Bala variety considered to have Balya (strengthening) and Vatahara properties. It is used interchangeably with other Sida species for similar purposes. The plant has properties between Bala and Atibala. Dose: similar to Bala.

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: Nagabala
Sanskrit: नागबला, गंगेरुकी
Hindi: नागबला

What is Nagabala / Country Mallow variety (नागबला)?

Nagabala (Sida veronicaefolia or Sida humilis) is another Bala variety considered to have Balya (strengthening) and Vatahara properties. It is used interchangeably with other Sida species for similar purposes. The plant has properties between Bala and Atibala. Dose: similar to Bala.

Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 3

Therapeutic Actions (Karma)

  • Balya (strengthening)
  • Vatahara (alleviates Vata)
  • Grahi (absorbent)
  • Vrishya (aphrodisiac)

Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 3

Nagabala by Condition

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

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Nagabala for Male Sexual Health

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