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Maricha (Black pepper)

मरिच

Piper nigrum

Black pepper, a trikatu member, kindles agni and clears kapha.

reduces Vataincreases Pittareduces Kapha

Ayurvedic properties

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

Traditionally used for

  • digestion
  • congestion

Contraindications & cautions

  • hyperacidity

Classical sources

Source: Classical materia medica. pending provider validation

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