Overview
Jalvetasa is one of the herbs traditionally used in Ayurveda for fertility & conception. 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.
How Jalvetasa Helps with Fertility & Conception
According to Ayurvedic pharmacology, Jalvetasa has specific properties that make it valuable for addressing fertility & conception:
- Potency (Virya): Sheeta (cold)
- Post-digestive (Vipaka): Katu (pungent)
- Taste (Rasa): Tikta (bitter), Kashaya (astringent)
- Qualities (Guna): Laghu (light), Ruksha (dry)
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
Other Herbs for Fertility & Conception
See all herbs for fertility & conception on the Fertility & Conception 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.