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Agnimantha (Premna)

Agnimantha

Premna serratifolia

A Dashamula root, bitter-pungent and heating, that pacifies vata and kapha and reduces oedema. Used for inflammatory swelling, poor digestion, anaemia and urinary retention.

reduces Vataneutral for Pittareduces Kapha

Ayurvedic properties

  • Rasa (taste): bitter, astringent, pungent, sweet
  • Virya (energy): heating
  • Vipaka (post-digestive): pungent
  • Guna (qualities): light, dry

Traditionally used for

  • oedema and swelling
  • poor digestion
  • anaemia
  • urinary retention

Contraindications & cautions

  • pitta excess in high doses

Possible interactions

  • none well documented

Evidence notes

Traditional Dashamula constituent; preliminary anti-inflammatory and hypoglycaemic data.

Regulatory notes

Root used within Dashamula formulations.

Classical sources

Source: Bhavaprakasha Nighantu; API. pending provider validation

Educational information about Ayurveda — not a medical diagnosis or treatment. Consult a qualified professional before starting any herb, supplement, or therapy.