Nagapushpi

(Nagpushpa)
Sanskrit: नागपुष्पी • Botanical: Vitex peduncularis Wall.

Nagapushpi (Vitex peduncularis) is a small tree found in hilly areas. The leaves and bark are used medicinally. It grows to about 20 feet with 25 foot canopy. Its leaves and bark have fever-reducing and anti-inflammatory properties. Also mentioned is V. leucoxylon as a variety. Verse refs: pages 442-443.

Ayurvedic Properties

Taste (Rasa)
Bitter (Tikta), Astringent (Kashaya)
Quality (Guna)
Light (Laghu), Dry (Ruksha)
Potency (Virya)
Cold (Sheeta)
Post-digestive (Vipaka)
Pungent (Katu)
Key Constituents
Iridoid glycosides, flavonoids
Also Known As
English: Nagpushpa
Sanskrit: नागपुष्पी
Hindi: नागपुष्पी

What is Nagapushpi (Nagpushpa / नागपुष्पी)?

Nagapushpi (Vitex peduncularis) is a small tree found in hilly areas. The leaves and bark are used medicinally. It grows to about 20 feet with 25 foot canopy. Its leaves and bark have fever-reducing and anti-inflammatory properties. Also mentioned is V. leucoxylon as a variety. Verse refs: pages 442-443.

Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 3

Therapeutic Actions (Karma)

  • Jvaraghna (reduces fever)
  • Shothahara (reduces swelling)

Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 3

Nagapushpi by Condition

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

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Nagapushpi for Inflammation

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