Vijaysar Wood Tumbler
Vijaysar Wood Tumbler (Sanskrit: Vijaysar Patra / Beejaka Patra) is a therapeutic vessel. A tumbler carved from the heartwood of Vijaysar (Pterocarpus marsupium / Indian Kino Tree / Beejaka). Water stored overnight in this tumbler takes on a reddish-brown color and active phytochemicals (pterostilbene, epicatechin, marsupsin) that leach from the wood.
| Sanskrit name | Vijaysar Patra / Beejaka Patra |
|---|---|
| Ayurvedic category | Therapeutic Vessels |
A tumbler carved from the heartwood of Vijaysar (Pterocarpus marsupium / Indian Kino Tree / Beejaka). Water stored overnight in this tumbler takes on a reddish-brown color and active phytochemicals (pterostilbene, epicatechin, marsupsin) that leach from the wood.
Where is it described in the classical texts?
Bhavaprakasha Nighantu (Vatadi Varga) describes Vijaysar/Beejaka as Pramehaghna (anti-diabetic). Charaka Samhita lists Asana/Beejaka under Tikta Rasayana herbs. Sharangdhara Samhita references its use.
How is it used traditionally?
Traditionally used in Prameha/Madhumeha. In traditional practice, water stored in the tumbler is drunk on an empty stomach, often for 30 days or more.
Traditional materials
Modern variants
Regulatory status
- India (CDSCO): Not classified as a medical device. However, Vijaysar-based oral preparations are approved Ayurvedic medicines under AYUSH. The tumbler is sold as a traditional wellness product.
- US (FDA): Not regulated as a medical device or drug. If marketed with disease-treatment claims, the FDA could regulate it as an unapproved drug.
- EU (MDR): Not classified as a medical device.
Reviewed by Dr. Awadesh Pratap Singh, BAMS, on 11 October 2026. What that review covered.
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