Overview
Barleria is one of the herbs traditionally used in Ayurveda for inflammation. Sahachara (Barleria sp.) is a shrubby plant used primarily for Vata disorders. The root and leaves are used medicinally. The text describes multiple species used under this name. It is a common ingredient in Ayurvedic hair oils. The plant has anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties, making it useful for joint pain and rheumatic conditions.
How Barleria Helps with Inflammation
According to Ayurvedic pharmacology, Barleria has specific properties that make it valuable for addressing inflammation:
- Potency (Virya): Sheeta (cold)
- Post-digestive (Vipaka): Madhura (sweet)
- Taste (Rasa): Tikta (bitter), Madhura (sweet)
- Qualities (Guna): Laghu (light), Snigdha (unctuous)
Ayurvedic Properties
- Taste (Rasa)
- Bitter (Tikta), Sweet (Madhura)
- Quality (Guna)
- Light (Laghu), Unctuous (Snigdha)
- Potency (Virya)
- Cold (Sheeta)
- Post-digestive (Vipaka)
- Sweet (Madhura)
- Key Constituents
- Barlerin, Flavonoids, Iridoid glycosides
- Also Known As
- English: Barleria, Yellow Barleria
Sanskrit: सहचर, कुरण्टक, सैरेयक
Hindi: सहचर, झिंटी
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.