Overview
Prickly Pear is one of the herbs traditionally used in Ayurveda for fertility & conception. The flower of Karnikara (Pterospermum) is specifically described for its fragrance and cooling properties. The large white flowers bloom at night. They are used in Pitta disorders and skin complaints. Verse: 28.
How Prickly Pear Helps with Fertility & Conception
According to Ayurvedic pharmacology, Prickly Pear has specific properties that make it valuable for addressing fertility & conception:
- Potency (Virya): Sheeta (cold)
- Post-digestive (Vipaka): Katu (pungent)
- Taste (Rasa): Kashaya (astringent)
- Qualities (Guna): Laghu (light)
Ayurvedic Properties
- Taste (Rasa)
- Astringent (Kashaya)
- Quality (Guna)
- Light (Laghu)
- Potency (Virya)
- Cold (Sheeta)
- Post-digestive (Vipaka)
- Pungent (Katu)
- Key Constituents
- Lupeol, Triterpenoids
- Also Known As
- English: Bayur Flower
Sanskrit: कर्णिकार
Hindi: कनकचम्पा
Other Herbs for Fertility & Conception
See all herbs for fertility & conception on the Fertility & Conception 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.