Overview
Pupalia is one of the herbs traditionally used in Ayurveda for inflammation. Nagadamani (Pupalia lappacea) is found in jungles across India. It is a hairy herb with characteristic hooked bristle fruits that stick to clothing. Used as an antidote and in inflammatory conditions. The roots are the primary medicinal part. Verse: mentioned in the context of anti-venom herbs.
How Pupalia Helps with Inflammation
According to Ayurvedic pharmacology, Pupalia has specific properties that make it valuable for addressing inflammation:
- Potency (Virya): Sheeta (cold)
- Post-digestive (Vipaka): Madhura (sweet)
- Taste (Rasa): Madhura (sweet), Tikta (bitter)
- Qualities (Guna): Laghu (light)
Ayurvedic Properties
- Taste (Rasa)
- Sweet (Madhura), Bitter (Tikta)
- Quality (Guna)
- Light (Laghu)
- Potency (Virya)
- Cold (Sheeta)
- Post-digestive (Vipaka)
- Sweet (Madhura)
- Key Constituents
- Saponins, Steroids
- Also Known As
- English: Forest Burr
Sanskrit: नागदमनी
Hindi: चिचड़ा
Other Herbs for Inflammation
See all herbs for inflammation on the Inflammation 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.