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Vidarikanda

विदारीकन्द

Pueraria tuberosa

Sweet tuber rasayana, nourishing and cooling; a bruhana (building) herb.

reduces Vatareduces Pittaincreases Kapha

Ayurvedic properties

  • Rasa (taste): sweet
  • Virya (energy): cooling
  • Vipaka (post-digestive): sweet
  • Guna (qualities): heavy, unctuous

Traditionally used for

  • strength
  • lactation
  • tissue

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.