Ayurvedic Herbs: Arnica

Arnica

  • Latin Name: Arnica montana

  • Plant Family: Compositae

  • English Name: Arnica

  • Taste (Rasa): pungent

  • Energetics (Virya): heating

  • Post-Digestive Effect (Vipaka): pungent

  • Dosha: KV- P+

  • Actions: stimulant, vulnerary, tonic

References

Frawley D, Lad V. The Yoga of Herbs: An Ayurvedic Guide to Herbal Medicine. Twin Lakes, Wisconsin: Lotus Press; 2001.