Musta
मुस्ता
Nut Grass · മുത്തങ്ങ
About
Cyperus rotundus. Common grass with profound digestive action.
Classical properties
| Sanskrit | मुस्ता |
|---|---|
| English | Nut Grass |
| Malayalam | മുത്തങ്ങ |
| Rasa (taste) | tikta, katu, kashaya |
| Guna (quality) | laghu, ruksha |
| Virya (potency) | sheeta |
| Vipaka (post-digestive effect) | katu |
Traditional uses
Diarrhea, fever, lactation, menstrual disorders.
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This information is educational and based on classical Ayurvedic texts. It is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified BAMS / MD-Ayurveda practitioner before using any herb therapeutically — dosage, anupana (vehicle), and combinations are person-specific.