Rohitaka (Rohida)
Rohitaka
A bitter, cooling bark specific for liver and spleen disorders and abdominal masses, pacifying pitta and kapha. Used for hepatosplenomegaly, anaemia, tumours and skin disease.
neutral for Vatareduces Pittareduces Kapha
Ayurvedic properties
- Rasa (taste): bitter, astringent
- Virya (energy): cooling
- Vipaka (post-digestive): pungent
- Guna (qualities): light, dry
Traditionally used for
- enlarged liver and spleen
- abdominal masses
- anaemia
- skin diseases
Contraindications & cautions
- dry constipation
- high vata
Possible interactions
- none well documented
Evidence notes
Traditional hepatosplenic bark; preliminary hepatoprotective data.
Regulatory notes
Bark used in classical liver-spleen formulations.
Classical sources
- Bhavaprakasha — Nighantu — Guduchyadi varga
Educational information about Ayurveda — not a medical diagnosis or treatment. Consult a qualified professional before starting any herb, supplement, or therapy.