Overview
Grewia is one of the herbs traditionally used in Ayurveda for male sexual health. Nagabala 3 (Grewia hirsuta) is a shrub identified by some as the true Nagabala. The stem bark is fibrous and mucilaginous. The plant grows 11-12 feet tall. The leaves are 5-6 inches long, hairy. The bark and roots are used medicinally as Balya and Vatahara. Related species include Grewia populifolia (Gangeti). The identification debate between Sida species and Grewia species as 'Nagabala' is discussed. Dose: bark decoction 1-2 tola; root powder 2-4 masha.
How Grewia Helps with Male Sexual Health
According to Ayurvedic pharmacology, Grewia has specific properties that make it valuable for addressing male sexual health:
- 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: Hairy Grewia
Sanskrit: नागबला, गुलसकरी, गांगेरुकी
Hindi: नागबला, गुलसकरी
Other Herbs for Male Sexual Health
See all herbs for male sexual health on the Male Sexual Health 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.