Priyangu variety 2

(Mahaleb Cherry)
Sanskrit: महालेब • Botanical: Prunus mahaleb Linn.

This is another plant discussed in the commentary as a possible identity for Priyangu. Prunus mahaleb is a cherry tree found in Western Asia. It produces small, cherry-like fruits. The bark and seeds contain hydrocyanic acid, coumarin, salicylic acid, and amygdalin. It has cooling properties and is used for complexion improvement and bleeding disorders. The commentary mentions this as part of the ongoing debate about Priyangu's true identity.

Ayurvedic Properties

Taste (Rasa)
Bitter (Tikta), Astringent (Kashaya)
Quality (Guna)
Light (Laghu)
Potency (Virya)
Cold (Sheeta)
Post-digestive (Vipaka)
Pungent (Katu)
Key Constituents
Hydrocyanic acid, Coumarin, Salicylic acid, Amygdalin
Also Known As
English: Mahaleb Cherry
Sanskrit: महालेब
Hindi: महालेब

What is Priyangu variety 2 (Prunus variety / महालेब)?

This is another plant discussed in the commentary as a possible identity for Priyangu. Prunus mahaleb is a cherry tree found in Western Asia. It produces small, cherry-like fruits. The bark and seeds contain hydrocyanic acid, coumarin, salicylic acid, and amygdalin. It has cooling properties and is used for complexion improvement and bleeding disorders. The commentary mentions this as part of the ongoing debate about Priyangu's true identity.

Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 2

Therapeutic Actions (Karma)

  • Varnya (improves complexion)
  • Raktapittahara (controls bleeding disorders)

Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 2

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