Jalvetasa

(Indian Willow)
Sanskrit: जलवेतस • Botanical: Salix tetrasperma Roxb.

Jalvetasa (Salix tetrasperma) is a variety of willow specifically found near water bodies. It is a large tree growing up to 5000 feet. The bark is used medicinally similar to Salix caprea. It is considered interchangeable with other Vetasa species for medicinal purposes. Properties and uses are similar to Vetasa - antipyretic, astringent, and useful in bleeding disorders.

Ayurvedic Properties

Taste (Rasa)
Bitter (Tikta), Astringent (Kashaya)
Quality (Guna)
Light (Laghu), Dry (Ruksha)
Potency (Virya)
Cold (Sheeta)
Post-digestive (Vipaka)
Pungent (Katu)
Key Constituents
Salicin, Tannins
Also Known As
English: Indian Willow, Water Willow
Sanskrit: जलवेतस, वेतस
Hindi: जलभुजवाला

What is Water Willow / Jalvetasa (जलवेतस)?

Jalvetasa (Salix tetrasperma) is a variety of willow specifically found near water bodies. It is a large tree growing up to 5000 feet. The bark is used medicinally similar to Salix caprea. It is considered interchangeable with other Vetasa species for medicinal purposes. Properties and uses are similar to Vetasa - antipyretic, astringent, and useful in bleeding disorders.

Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 3

Therapeutic Actions (Karma)

  • Raktapittahara (alleviates bleeding disorders)
  • Jvaraghna (antipyretic)
  • Stambhana (astringent)

Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 3

Jalvetasa by Condition

Explore how Jalvetasa is used for specific health concerns — with dosage, preparation methods, and classical references for each.

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Jalvetasa for Fertility & Conception

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