In Ayurveda, Makoy (Solanum nigrum ) known as a medicinal herb in ayurveda with potential therapeutic properties. It is commonly referred to as "Kakamachi" or "Makoy" ancient text of ayurveda.
According to Ayurveda text & API, Makoy herb categorizes based on its taste (Rasa), post-digestive effect (Vipaka), and energy or potency (Virya).
Here are the propertied of Makoy according to Ayurveda:
- Rasa (Taste): Tikta (Bitter), Kashaya (Astringent)
- Guna (Quality): Laghu (Light), Ruksha (Dry), Tikshna (Sharp)
- Virya (Potency): Ushna (Hot)
- Vipaka (Post-digestive effect): Katu (Pungent)
Doshic Effect: According to ayurveda, makoy helps to balance Kapha and Pitta doshas.
Ayurvedic Actions:
- Vishaghna: Detoxifying or anti-toxic
- Kasahara: Alleviates cough
- Vranaropana: Wound healing
- Tridoshahara: Balances all three doshas (Vat, Pita & Kapha)
Chemical Constituents:
The chemical composition of Solanum nigrum is extensive, and various parts of the plant contain different compounds. Some of the constituents identified in Solanum nigrum include alkaloids, flavonoids, glycosides, saponins, and tannins.