Rasa (Taste)
Katu, Tikta
The primary taste perceived on the tongue.
Dugdhi (Ashthma plant)
It is a small, herbaceous plant.This plant is characterized by its slender, erect stems that can grow up to 30-40 cm in height.
Medicinal Plant
Dugdhi (Ashthma plant)
Euphorbia hirta · Euphorbiaceae
It is a small, herbaceous plant.This plant is characterized by its slender, erect stems that can grow up to 30-40 cm in height.
Scientific Name
Euphorbia hirta
Family
Euphorbiaceae
Hindi Name
Dudhi
Used Part
Whole plant (Panchanga)
Botanical Description
About the Dugdhi Plant
Morphology and field-identification notes as documented in our Dravyaguna library.
It is a small, herbaceous plant.This plant is characterized by its slender, erect stems that can grow up to 30-40 cm in height. The leaves are small, elliptical, and covered with fine hairs, giving them a slightly rough texture. The flowers of Euphorbia hirta are inconspicuous, with green to yellow-green coloration, and they are borne in small clusters. The fruits are small capsules.
Ayurvedic Properties
Rasa Panchaka — Classical Properties
The five-fold framework Ayurveda uses to describe a drug — Rasa, Guna, Vipaka, Veerya and its effect on the doshas.
Guna (Qualities)
Guru, Ruksha
Physical and energetic attributes of the dravya.
Vipaka (Post-digestive Effect)
Katu
Taste that emerges after complete digestion.
Dosha Karma (Action on Doshas)
Tridoshahara
Effect on Vata, Pitta and Kapha doshas.
Veerya (Potency)
Ushna (Hot)
Heating (ushna) or cooling (sheeta) energy.
Ayurvedic Actions (Karma)
Rasayana, Twaka dosha hara
Modern Phytochemistry
Chemistry & Pharmacology
How modern science maps onto the classical understanding of this dravya.
Pharmacological Action
What the Science Says
Antioxident, Anti inflammatory, Antimicrobial, Antipyretic
Phytoconstituents
Active Compounds
Ephorbin A and B, quercetin, kaempferol, euphorbin E, and various triterpenoids.
Therapeutic Usage
Clinical Applications of Dugdhi
Classical Ayurvedic indications drawn directly from the Dravyaguna tradition — paired with the preparations recommended in shastra.
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Dudhi is traditionally used to alleviate respiratory conditions like asthma, bronchitis, and cough. It helps in reducing inflammation and clearing air passages.
02
The plant's bioactive compounds exhibit anti-inflammatory properties, making it effective for conditions involving inflammation, such as arthritis.
03
Dudhi has demonstrated antimicrobial activity against various pathogens, making it valuable for treating infections.
04
Its antioxidant compounds help protect cells from oxidative stress and may reduce the risk of chronic diseases.
05
The plant's juice or extracts are applied topically to treat skin conditions like warts, eczema, and ringworm.
Always consult a qualified Ayurvedic physician before using any herb therapeutically. Dose, anupana and Prakriti-specific suitability matter.
Yoga / Kalpana
Classical Formulations
Common Ayurvedic preparations where Dugdhi is a key ingredient.
- Dugdhi Swarasa
Shastra Pramana
Classical Reference
दुग्धिका तूर्णकाम्यां गुणपूर्णां त्रिदोषजित्। रसायनीमिवामृता सुस्निग्धा नाम जीवनीति कथ्यते