Lotus (Kamala)
Kamala (Padma)
The sacred lotus whose flowers, stamens and seeds are cooling and astringent, pacifying pitta and rakta. Used for bleeding, burning, palpitation and as a gentle heart and reproductive tonic.
neutral for Vatareduces Pittaneutral for Kapha
Ayurvedic properties
- Rasa (taste): astringent, sweet, bitter
- Virya (energy): cooling
- Vipaka (post-digestive): sweet
- Guna (qualities): light, unctuous
Traditionally used for
- bleeding disorders
- burning sensation
- palpitation
- excess menstrual flow
Contraindications & cautions
- severe kapha congestion
Possible interactions
- none well documented
Evidence notes
Traditional cooling cardiac and haemostatic; preliminary antioxidant and lipid data.
Regulatory notes
Flowers, stamens and seeds available; used in cooling formulations.
Classical sources
- Bhavaprakasha — Nighantu — Pushpa varga
Educational information about Ayurveda — not a medical diagnosis or treatment. Consult a qualified professional before starting any herb, supplement, or therapy.