Rakta pitta

Forgotten Trees of Ayurveda: Rohitaka

Rohitaka holds an interesting place among the Forgotten Trees of Ayurveda. Traditionally identified with Tecomella undulata, this beautiful flowering tree has a long history of use in Ayurvedic medicine. In particular, classical Ayurvedic traditions associate Rohitaka with conditions involving the liver, spleen, blood, and Pitta-related disturbances.

Although modern herbal discussions often focus on more familiar plants, Rohitaka deserves attention because of its distinctive traditional applications. Moreover, Ayurvedic practitioners have traditionally valued its bark and other plant parts in carefully prepared formulations.

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Tiktakam Kashaya

Tiktakam Kashaya is a classical Ayurvedic formulation that primarily supports the management of skin disorders. It helps reduce itching, inflammation, and skin discoloration. In addition, this herbal decoction purifies the blood and balances aggravated Pitta and Kapha doshas, which commonly trigger chronic skin problems.

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Vasakarishta

Vasakarishtam is a classical Ayurvedic liquid formulation that supports respiratory health. It contains Vasaka (Malabar nut) as its chief ingredient, a herb known for its strong mucolytic and anti-asthmatic properties. Because it helps liquefy and expel excess mucus, physicians commonly use it in many Kapha-dominant respiratory conditions. In addition, it helps manage inflammatory and bleeding disorders such as haemoptysis and Rakta Pitta.

People also know this formulation by several names, including Vasakasavam, Vasakasav, Vasakarishta, Vasarishta, Vasarista, and Vasakadyarishtam.

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