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Ashoka
अशोक (Ashoka / Gandhapushpa / Hemapushpa)
Botanical: Saraca asoca
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Common: Sorrowless Tree / True Ashoka
Dravyaguna Bio-energetic Matrix
Classical pharmacological energetics from Charaka Samhita & Bhavaprakasha Nighantu.
Rasa (Taste)
Kashaya (Astringent), Tikta (Bitter)
Virya (Potency)
Sheeta (Cooling)
Vipaka (Post-Digestive)
Katu (Pungent)
Guna (Qualities)
Laghu (Light), Ruksha (Dry)
Doshic Action
Pacifies Kapha & Pitta
Tridoshic Modulation
Botanical Monograph & Classical Overview
Ashoka translates literally to 'that which dispels all sorrow'. Its stem bark contains saracin, ketosterol, and tannins that exert a selective estrogen-modulating and hemostatic effect on the female uterus.
🎯 Therapeutic Indications & Health Benefits
Key clinical applications documented in clinical Ayurvedic literature.
• Menorrhagia, Heavy Prolonged Periods & Metrorrhagia
• Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding & Endometrial Hyperplasia
• Ovarian Cysts, Pelvic Pain & Dysmenorrhea
• Crown of Classical Ashokarishta & Ashoka Ghrita
• Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding & Endometrial Hyperplasia
• Ovarian Cysts, Pelvic Pain & Dysmenorrhea
• Crown of Classical Ashokarishta & Ashoka Ghrita
⚠️ Precautions, Contraindications & Safe Usage
Beware of widespread adulteration with Polyalthia longifolia (false ashoka). True Saraca asoca bark is required.
Statutory Health Disclaimer: The botanical and energetic descriptions provided on this page are for classical educational purposes only and are not a substitute for professional clinical medical advice, diagnosis, or prescription. Consult a qualified, registered Ayurvedic doctor before introducing therapeutic dosages.
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