Pippali

Pippali (Piper longum, Pippali)

Part used: fruit

Tissues: plasma, blood, fat, bone marrow, nerve tissue and reproductive tissue

Systems: respiratory, digestive, reproductive

Action: stimulant, expectorant, carminative, analgesic, anthelmintic, tonic, aphroditic

Pippali, like its close relative black pepper, is a strong stimulant for the digestive and respiratory systems. It has a strong warming effect, eliminates cold, stagnation, toxins (Amu), and restores weakened body functions.

Serves as a rejuvenator for the lungs and Kapha. It also energizes the genitals and improves their functions.

Cautions: high Pitta, severe chills