A review article of Rasapanchak of Manjishtha (Rubia cordifolia Linn.) according to Ayurveda from Brihatrayi & Various Nighantu.

Authors

  • Snehal Dabhole Dravyaguna Vidnyan, PDEA's College of Ayurved & Research Centre, Nigadi,Pune

Keywords:

Manjishtha, Rubia cordifolia, Indian Maddar.

Abstract

Manjishtha or Indian Maddar is considered to be one of the best blood purifying herbs. It is mainly used to break down blockages in the blood flow and remove stagnant blood. Its root is extensively used in many skin diseases. Manjishtha is widely used in textile industry as a natural red colouring agent.

This review article presents information about Rasapanchak – Rasa, Veerya, Vipak, Guna and Karma of Manjishtha mentioned by Acharya Charak, Sushrut & Vaghbhat as well by various Nighantukar.

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Published

2020-11-12

How to Cite

Dabhole, S. (2020). A review article of Rasapanchak of Manjishtha (Rubia cordifolia Linn.) according to Ayurveda from Brihatrayi & Various Nighantu. Ayurlog: National Journal of Research in Ayurved Science, 8(06). Retrieved from https://www.ayurlog.com/index.php/ayurlog/article/view/726