Introduction of Vanapsa: (Introduction of Vanapsa)

What is Vanapsa? (What is Vanapsa)

There are many medicines in Ayurveda which are used for the treatment of diseases. Vanapsa is one of these medicines which has been used since ancient times. Sages and sages have been using this herb since ancient times.

According to Ayurveda, this is a panacea for diseases. It works to destroy diseases. It is very beneficial for diseases. Vanapsa medicine is used to get rid of eye disorders, cough disorders, urine related diseases, piles etc.

Apart from being beneficial, it is also an effective medicine. Its use can provide relief from depression, throat swelling, bloody piles, skin diseases etc. Let us know in detail about its other benefits and in which diseases this medicine is used.

External form (Morphology)

It is found in tropical areas of India. This medicine is found in forests, hence it is called Vanapsa. Its flowers are used in medicinal purposes. Its plant is small in size. It is a plant that spreads on the ground. Its stem is very small. Its branches are small, thin and weak.

Its leaves are long like Brahmi leaves, heart shaped, cut and green in colour. Its flowers are yellow, white, purple and pink in colour. Its fruits are spherical and have three valves. Its seeds are very small and smooth. Its root is thick, knotty, yellow and green in colour. Its root is astringent and pungent in taste. Its flowering period is from July to November.  

Vanapsa common names

Ayurvedic properties of Vanapsa Ayurvedic properties)

Medicinal benefits and uses of Vanapsa its benefits and uses)

In Cough (Vanapsa for cough)

• To get rid of the cough, consuming the powdered Vanfasha flower is beneficial in cough, hoarseness of voice and pediatric problems.

in cold

• If you are suffering from cold due to weather changes then drinking lukewarm milk with Vanfasha powder and black pepper at night is beneficial in curing cold.

To relieve sore throat Vanapsa

• Soaking Vanfasa flowers in water, crushing them, filtering them and drinking them helps in relieving throat swelling and stomach burning. 

Inflammation of the respiratory tract

•  Consuming Vanfasha flower powder mixed with equal parts of ginger juice and honey is beneficial in common cold, chest disorders, swelling of respiratory tract and asthma.

In Asthma (Vanapsa for asthma)

• If you are having trouble breathing then it could be asthma. If you want to get rid of this disease then you can get quick relief by using Vanapsa.

In Kaphaj disorder Vanapsa

• If you are suffering from Kaphaj related problems then taking Vanfasha flower powder mixed with equal quantity of sugar candy gives quick relief from Kaphaj related problems.

In depression Vanapsa

• If you are suffering from depression due to any tension or stress, then you can use Vanapsa to get rid of this depression because it is very good for the brain.

in urinary diseases (Vanapsa for urinary tract disease)

• If you have any urine related problems like – intermittent urination, burning sensation or pain during urination etc. then to get rid of these problems you should prepare a decoction of Vanapsa leaves and consume it.

in joint pain (Vanapsa for joint pain)

• It is also very beneficial for joint pain. If a person is suffering from joint pain then consuming Vanapsa decoction provides relief from joint pain.

In Constipation (Vanapsa for constipation)

• If you have constipation problem due to digestive problems and your stomach is not cleaned properly, then you can use Vanapsa to get rid of this constipation problem.  

in fever (Vanapsa for fever)

• If you have problem of frequent fever due to weather change or any other reason, then you can get relief from fever and cold fever by using Vanapsa. For this, make a decoction of sugar candy, fennel, grapes and Vanapsa in equal quantity and consume it to get relief from fever.

In epilepsy (Vanapsa for epilepsy)

• If any person is suffering from this disease then to get rid of it, drinking Vanfasha decoction is beneficial in epilepsy.

in skin disease (Vanapsa for skin diseases)

• If you have any skin related disease like – itching, boils, ringworm, leprosy etc. then to get rid of it you should make a decoction of Vanfsa and wash the affected area.

In bloody piles (Vanapsa for piles)

• To get relief from bloody piles, prepare a decoction of Vanfassa's Panchaga and consume it after mixing it with Drakshasava. This will stop the bleeding from piles.

Use in headache (Vanapsa for headache)

• If you are having a headache due to some disease or any other reason then drinking the juice of violet flower helps in relieving the headache.

To get relief from stomach pain (Vanapsa for stomach)

• If you are having stomach ache due to your eating habits or because of eating impure food then you can get relief from stomach ache by using Vanfasha oil.

in disease of the head (Vanapsa for the head)

• If you have a disease related to the head, then grind the flowers of Vanfasa with water and mix it with pure sesame oil and cook it. Applying this oil on the hair stops hair fall and massaging this oil on the chest provides relief in breathing and cough.

In eye disorder Vanapsa for eyes

• To get relief from eye problems like eye infection, eye redness, eye pain etc., grind the Vanfasa flower and apply it on the head. It is beneficial in curing eye problems caused due to heat.

In Treatment of Migraine Vanapsa

• Consuming the decoction of Vanfasa flower is beneficial in curing whooping cough, breathing problems and migraine.

Caution (Precautions)

• Excessive consumption of Vanfasha may cause nausea and vomiting.

Useful parts (parts) (Important parts of Vanapsa)

• Flower  
• leaf

Dosages of Vanapsa

• Kwatha- 10 to 20 ml
• Solution- 15 to 20 ml 

Medicines made from Vanapsa

• Vanapsadi Kwatha