Patha (Rajapatha, Rajpatha, Paataala beru)
Patha (Rajapatha) is a classical Menispermaceae dravya used widely in Kwatha and Churna formulations. In southern India, Cyclea peltata (Lam.) Hook.f. & Thomson is the accepted botanical source of Rajapatha, distinct from Laghupatha (Cissampelos pareira, slug `ambashta`). Charaka and Sushruta cite Patha for jwara, atisara, shoola, kandu, and…
Botanical name: Cyclea peltata. Also known as: Patha, Rajapatha, Pata root, Cyclea peltata.
Properties
Kashaya, Tikta; Sheeta veerya; classical root dravya
Traditional uses
- Kwatha and churna formulations
- Jwara, atisara, shoola, kandu contexts in classics
Dosha effects
- vata: decreasing
- kapha: decreasing
- pitta: decreasing
Frequently asked questions
What is Patha?
Patha (Rajapatha) is a classical Menispermaceae dravya used widely in Kwatha and Churna formulations. In southern India, Cyclea peltata (Lam.) Hook.f. & Thomson is the accepted botanical source of Rajapatha, distinct from Laghupatha (Cissampelos pareira, slug `ambashta`). Charaka and Sushruta cite Patha for jwara, atisara, shoola, kandu, and…
What are the benefits of Patha?
Patha is traditionally used in Ayurveda for wellness support.
How is Patha used in Ayurveda?
Kwatha and churna formulations