Surana (Kanda, Ola, Kandala, Arshoghna)

About

Surana, also known as Elephant Foot Yam, is a significant tropical tuber crop valued in Ayurveda for its medicinal properties, particularly for digestive health, hemorrhoids, and as a general tonic. Modern research supports its traditional uses by high...

Classical attributes

• Virya: []
• Vipaka: []

Dosha effects

• vata: decreasing
• kapha: decreasing
• pitta: increasing

Active compounds

• Glucomannan
• Phenolic compounds
• Flavonoids

Clinical evidence

While robust, large-scale human clinical trials specifically on Amorphophallus paeoniifolius extracts for medicinal purposes are limited, preclinical in vitro and in vivo studies consistently demonstrate antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, hypoglycemic, and hypolipidemic potential. The relevance of glucomannan, a major constituent of Amorphophallus species, is highlighted by existing meta-analyses and randomized controlled trials on its effects on weight management, glycemic control, and lipid profiles. Traditional uses for digestive health and hemorrhoids are strongly supported by its high fiber content.

Ayurvedic karmas

• Deepana (Appetizer)
• Arshoghna (Anti-hemorrhoidal)
• Poshaka (Nourishing, when properly prepared)

Classical clinical indications

• Arsha (Hemorrhoids)
• Agnimandya (Loss of Appetite, Indigestion)
• Vibandha (Constipation)
• Medoroga (Metabolic Disorders, Obesity)

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