Vernacular Names & Parts Used

Nagarmotha Round Roots Powder, botanically identified as Cyperus Rotundus, is a well-known Ayurvedic medicinal plant. It is commonly referred to as Nagarmotha in Hindi, Motha in Sanskrit texts, Mustaka in classical Ayurveda, and Nut Grass in English. The round underground roots (rhizomes) are carefully dried and finely powdered for medicinal and formulation use.

Ayurvedic Properties & Common Uses

In Ayurveda, Nagarmotha possesses Tikta (bitter), Katu (pungent), and Kashaya (astringent) rasa, along with Ushna (heating) virya, making it effective in balancing Kapha and Vata doshas. It is traditionally used to support digestive fire (Agni), metabolism regulation, detoxification, and reduction of bloating and heaviness.

Nagarmotha Round Roots Powder is widely used in Churna (powder), Kwath (decoction), and classical compound formulations, either alone or in combination with other herbs. Classical Ayurvedic texts describe its role in digestive disorders, metabolic imbalance, and internal cleansing, with dosage and processing determined by formulation type and practitioner guidance.