Tejpatra (Indian Bay Leaf)
Tejapatra (Patra)
A warming aromatic leaf, part of the trijata/chaturjata group, that kindles digestion and clears kapha. Used for indigestion, colds, cough and diabetes.
reduces Vataincreases Pittareduces Kapha
Ayurvedic properties
- Rasa (taste): pungent, bitter, sweet
- Virya (energy): heating
- Vipaka (post-digestive): pungent
- Guna (qualities): light, dry, sharp
Traditionally used for
- indigestion
- colds and cough
- flatulence
- diabetes
Contraindications & cautions
- pitta excess
- hyperacidity
Possible interactions
- antidiabetic drugs (additive)
Evidence notes
Traditional digestive spice; preliminary hypoglycaemic and antioxidant data.
Regulatory notes
Common culinary and medicinal leaf.
Classical sources
- Bhavaprakasha — Nighantu — Karpuradi varga
Educational information about Ayurveda — not a medical diagnosis or treatment. Consult a qualified professional before starting any herb, supplement, or therapy.