Ashwagandha | Indian Ginseng | (Withania somnifera)
Renowned for reducing stress and boosting energy, stamina, and hormonal balance, it enhances overall vitality and supports sexual wellness.
Reference: Charaka Samhita, Chikitsa Sthana, Chapter 1 (Rasayana)
Properties: Madhura (sweet), Vajikarna (aphrodisiac), and adaptogenic.
Yellow Shatavari | (Asparagus racemosus)
Known for balancing female hormones, enhancing fertility, and providing energy and rejuvenation, especially beneficial during transitions like menopause.
Reference: Charaka Samhita: Chikitsa Sthana, Chapter on Rasayana, Bhavaprakash Nighantu: Madhuradi Varga, Sushruta Samhita, and Astanga Hridaya.
Properties: Known for Madhura Rasa (sweet), Balya (tonic), Rasayana (Rejuvenative).
Safed Musli | Indian Spider Plant | (Chlorophytum borivilianum)
Enhances energy, stamina, reproductive health, in both men and women, and manages stress-induced sexual issues.
Reference: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Guduchyadi Varga.
Properties: Madhura Rasa (sweet), cooling, Vajikarna (aphrodisiac), Balya (tonic).
Kaali Musli | Black Musli | (Curculigo orchioides)
Boosts physical energy, supports reproductive health, and reduces fatigue, contributing to overall vitality.
Reference: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Guduchyadi Varga.
Properties: Madhura, Vajikarna, and Shukral.
Shuddh Kauch Beej | Purified Cowhage Seeds | (Mucuna pruriens)
Kaunch beej is an aphrodisiac, it supports production of hormones (dopamine) and is effective in the management of male infertility, and nervous disorders. It boosts energy, improves physical strength, enhances mood, and supports reproductive health.
Reference: Charaka Samhita, Chikitsa Sthana, Chapter 23 (Vajikarana)
Properties: Madhura, Vajikarna, and dopamine-enhancing.
Kamal Gatta | Lotus Pods | (Nelumbo nucifera)
Promotes calmness, balances hormones, and enhances vitality and energy levels.
Reference: Charaka Samhita, Sutra Sthana, Chapter 27
Properties: Cooling, calming, Shukral.
Kokilaksha | (Hygrophila auriculata)
Increases testosterone, boosts vitality and sexual stamina, and strengthens the urinary system.
Reference: Charaka Samhita, Sutra Sthana, Chapter 27.
Properties: Madhura, Shukral, and rejuvenative.
Brahmi | Water Hyssop | (Bacopa monnieri)
It supports sexual wellness and overall well-being by calming the mind and reducing stress, thus contributing to improved vitality and energy.
Reference: Charaka Samhita in the context of Medhya Rasayanas (brain tonics).
Properties: Stress-relieving and cognitive-enhancing.
Punarnava | Spreading Hogweed | (Boerhaavia diffusa)
Punarnava has antiaging, disease prevention, and life strengthening properties. It detoxifies and rejuvenates tissues, improves kidney and liver function, and supports overall vitality and well-being.
Reference: Charaka Samhita, Sutra Sthana, Chapter 4
Properties: Tikta (bitter), Laghu (light), Balya, and Shothahara (anti-inflammatory).
Mochras | Silk Cotton Tree Gum | (Bombax Ceiba)
Traditionally used as nutritive, restorative and aphrodisiac to revitalize and strengthen the body. This herb supports male sexual health and enhances vitality and supports reproductive health.
Reference: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Guduchyadi Varga.
Properties: Cooling, Balya (strengthening), Shukral (reproductive health enhancer).
Kamarkas | Palash Tree Gum | (Butea monosperma)
Known for its restorative properties, this gum strengthens the body, supports reproductive health, and acts as an aphrodisiac to revitalize the body for sexual wellness and stamina.
Reference: Bhavaprakash Nighantu under its synonyms like "Palash."
Properties: Known for Rasayana and Vajikarna properties.
Babool Gond | Gum Acacia | (Acacia nilotica)
Boosts immunity, supports healthy blood sugar levels, increases energy, stamina, and contributes to energy and vitality.
Reference: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Karpuradi Varga.
Properties: Kashaya Rasa (astringent), cooling, Balya (strengthening), Shukral (reproductive tonic).
Nagkesar | Indian Rose Chestnut | (Mesua ferrea)
Enhances blood circulation, reduces inflammation, and rejuvenates tissues for overall vitality.
Reference: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Guduchyadi Varga.
Properties: Tikta, Kashaya (bitter, astringent), and Balya.
Sheetalchini | Sweet Flag | (Piper Cubeba)
Improves metabolism, boosts digestion, enhances energy levels, and combats fatigue.
Reference: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Guduchyadi Varga.
Properties: Katu, Dipan, and Pachan.
Vidakikand | Indian Kudzu | (Pueraria tuberosa)
Promotes hormonal balance, boosts energy, and supports reproductive health.
Reference: Charaka Samhita, Chikitsa Sthana, Chapter 1 (Rasayana)
Properties: Cooling, Balya, and Shukral.
Lodhra | (Symplocos racemosa)
Encourages uterine and menstrual health, balances hormones, and supports reproductive vitality in women. It improves skin health and supports detoxification of the body.
Reference: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Haritakyadi Varga.
Properties: Kashaya, Balya, and detoxifying.
Chhota Gokhru | Small Caltrops | (Tribulus terrestris)
Gokhru has diuretic and aphrodisiac properties. It enhances libido and sexual stamina by increasing the level of natural endogenous testosterone and supports reproductive health contributing to improved sexual desire and performance.
Reference: Charaka Samhita, Chikitsa Sthana, Ch. 23
Properties: Madhura, Vajikarna, and Balya.
Singhada | Water Chestnut | (Trapa natans)
This nutrient-rich fruit is traditionally used to strengthen the body, maintain stamina, enhance energy levels and vitality to promote reproductive health.
Reference: Bhavaprakash Nighantu.
Properties: Known for cooling and nourishing effects.
Makhana | Fox Nuts / Lotus Seeds | (Euryale ferox)
Acts as an aphrodisiac, enhances stamina, and supports kidney health, digestion, and energy levels.
Reference: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Guduchyadi Varga.
Properties: Madhura, Balya, and Vrishya (aphrodisiac).
Jaiphal | Nutmeg | (Myristica fragrans)
Nutmeg enhances libido, improves blood circulation, and reduces fatigue. It calms the central nervous system relieving stress and contributing to both mental and physical vitality.
Reference: Bhavaprakash Nighantu under aromatic spices
Properties: Aphrodisiac and stimulant, enhancing circulation and vitality.
Dalchini | Cinnamon | (Cinnamomum zeylanicum)
Improves blood circulation, energy, and metabolism while combating fatigue.
Reference: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Haritakyadi Varga.
Properties: Katu (pungent), Ushna Virya (hot potency), Dipan, and Pachan (digestive stimulant).
Dates | (Phoenix dactylifera)
Provides energy, combats fatigue and supports overall vitality.
Reference: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Phaladi Varga.
Properties: Madhura, nourishing, and energizing.