Practical Dravyaguna Vigyan

Dravyaguna Vigyan is a fundamental branch of Ayurveda that focuses on the properties and therapeutic uses of medicinal substances (dravyas). “Practical Dravyaguna Vigyan” refers to the applied aspect of this science, emphasizing the practical usage, identification, and benefits of various medicinal plants and substances in Ayurvedic practice.

Overview of Practical Dravyaguna Vigyan

Definition:

• Dravya: Refers to substances or materials, primarily medicinal herbs and plants used in treatments.
• Guna: Means qualities or properties.
• Vigyan: Refers to science or knowledge.
• Thus, Dravyaguna Vigyan is the science of the properties and actions of medicinal substances.

Core Concepts:

1. Rasa (Taste):
   • Six primary tastes: sweet (madhura), sour (amla), salty (lavana), bitter (tikta), pungent (katu), and astringent (kashaya).