Supari variety

(Scented Supari)
Sanskrit: सुगन्धिपूग Botanical: Areca catechu varieties

Scented varieties of Betel Nut prepared with clove, cardamom and other spices. These are chewed as mouth fresheners after meals. They have digestive and mouth-cleansing properties. Verse mentioned.

Ayurvedic Properties

Taste (Rasa)
Astringent (Kashaya), Sweet (Madhura)
Quality (Guna)
Light (Laghu)
Potency (Virya)
Cold (Sheeta)
Post-digestive (Vipaka)
Pungent (Katu)
Key Constituents
Arecoline, Tannins, Essential oils
Also Known As
English: Scented Supari
Sanskrit: सुगन्धिपूग
Hindi: लवंग सुपारी

What is Supari variety (Lavanga Supari / लवंग सुपारी)?

Scented varieties of Betel Nut prepared with clove, cardamom and other spices. These are chewed as mouth fresheners after meals. They have digestive and mouth-cleansing properties. Verse mentioned.

Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 6

Therapeutic Actions (Karma)

  • Mukhashodhaka (mouth cleanser)
  • Ruchya (appetizer)

Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 6

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