Cyperus rotundus: 3 definitions

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In Hinduism
1. Ayurveda
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Cyperus rotundus means something in Hinduism, Sanskrit. If you want to know the exact meaning, history, etymology or English translation of this term then check out the descriptions on this page. Add your comment or reference to a book if you want to contribute to this summary article.

In Hinduism

Ayurveda (science of life)

Cosmetics, Perfumery, Skin care and other Ayurvedic Beauty treatments

Source: Ancient Science of Life: Critical review of Ayurvedic Varṇya herbs

Berberis aristata (Sanskrit: mustaka) is the name of a medicinal plant used in Ayurveda to promote skin care and enhance the beauty of the skin (varṇya).—Cyperus rotundus is not a commonly used herb for skin disorders but as it is well documented in Ayurveda for treating blood disorders, and therefore indirectly it helps in maintenance of healthy skin. The phytochemical investigations of Cyperus rotundus rhizomes had revealed the presence of polyphenol, flavonol glycoside, saponin, Vitamin C, sesquiterpenoids and essential oil. In a study, methanolic extract of this herb has been found to have 11.82% tyrosinase inhibitory activity. Cyperus rotundus rhizomes extract has been proved to be a potential source of natural antioxidant, both the above cited facts suggest its utility in future for skin whitening cosmetics.

Agriculture (Krishi) and Vrikshayurveda (study of Plant life)

Source: Asian Agri-History: Drumavichitrikaranam—The Ancient Approach to Plant Mutagenesis

Cyperus rotundus (nut grass) was considered an important material for the perfume industry.—The ancient Indian agriculture presents a safe technology and methodology regarding organic agriculture and organic plant mutagenesis, according to treatises (such as the Vrikshayurveda), which aims to introduce several extraordinary traits into plants and trees, such as [...] to produce and alter the fragrance of flowers.—Fragrance is an important trait in flowers, especially for the perfume industry. The terpene pathway is required to be activated. Cyperus rotundus (nut grass), Anogeissus latifolia (button tree), Vetiver zizanioides (vetiver), etc., are included in the manure as raw materials as they contain a higher percentage of terpenes. It is claimed that even non-fragrant flowers can be made fragrant by following the prescribed techniques.

Source: Shodhganga: Drumavichitrikarnam—Plant mutagenesis in ancient India

Cyperus rotundus (in Sanskrit: Jalada or Mustā) is used in various bio-organical recipes for plant mutagenesis such as manipulating the scent of flowers, according to the Vṛkṣāyurveda by Sūrapāla (1000 CE): an encyclopedic work dealing with the study of trees and the principles of ancient Indian agriculture.—Accordingly, “Fragrance of the blossom can be changed by filling (the base near) the roots (pūrṇa-mūla) of the trees with the earth scented with the desired fragrance and then fed with water mixed with Cyperus rotundus [e.g., Jalada], Erythrina stricta, Valeriana wallichii, Aporosa lindleyana and Cinnamomum tamala”.

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Āyurveda (आयुर्वेद, ayurveda) is a branch of Indian science dealing with medicine, herbalism, taxology, anatomy, surgery, alchemy and related topics. Traditional practice of Āyurveda in ancient India dates back to at least the first millenium BC. Literature is commonly written in Sanskrit using various poetic metres.

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Comparative study of a new lectin extracted from roots of plants < [2015: Volume 4, January issue 1]

Antihyperlipidemic activity of Cyperus rotundus in rats. < [2017: Volume 6, September issue 10]

Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties of Algerian lectins. < [2016: Volume 5, February issue 2]

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A review of medicinal properties on musta (cyperus rotundus linn.) < [Volume 6, Issue 3: May - June 2019]

Case study on Mustak (Cyperus rotundus) for obesity treatment. < [Volume 3, issue 5: September - October 2016]

Comparative Study of Musta and Shatavari for Anti-Atherosclerosis < [Volume 9, Issue 4: July-Aug 2022]

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Pharmacology of Ativisha, Musta and their substitutes < [Volume 6 (issue 2), Apr-Jun 2015]

Comparative phytochemistry of Ativisha, Musta, and related species. < [Volume 6 (issue 1), Jan-Mar 2015]

Cyperus rotundus as a substitute for Aconitum heterophyllum in Ayurveda. < [Volume 1 (issue 1), Jan-Mar 2010]

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