Cluster Fig (Udumbara)
Udumbara
A cooling, astringent kshiri (latex) tree bark used for pitta and rakta disorders. Employed for diarrhoea, bleeding, diabetes, wounds and excessive menstrual and urinary complaints.
neutral for Vatareduces Pittareduces Kapha
Ayurvedic properties
- Rasa (taste): astringent, sweet
- Virya (energy): cooling
- Vipaka (post-digestive): sweet
- Guna (qualities): heavy, dry
Traditionally used for
- diarrhoea
- bleeding disorders
- diabetes
- wounds and ulcers
Contraindications & cautions
- dry constipation
- high vata
Possible interactions
- antidiabetic drugs (additive)
Evidence notes
Traditional astringent bark; preliminary antidiabetic and antidiarrhoeal data.
Regulatory notes
Bark used in classical decoctions.
Classical sources
- Bhavaprakasha — Nighantu — Vatadi varga
Educational information about Ayurveda — not a medical diagnosis or treatment. Consult a qualified professional before starting any herb, supplement, or therapy.