Sadrasa Nighantu

Introduction: “Sadrasa Nighantu” is a renowned Ayurvedic lexicon, compiled by an ancient Ayurvedic scholar. The name “Sadrasa” refers to the six tastes (Rasas) recognized in Ayurveda: sweet, sour, salty, bitter, pungent, and astringent. The text is a valuable resource for understanding the therapeutic uses of various plants and substances.

Content: The Nighantu is organized to provide detailed descriptions of medicinal plants, herbs, and other substances, highlighting their properties, tastes, and uses in Ayurvedic medicine. Each entry typically includes: