Age Ayurveda Nighantu

Sarja

Vateria indica

Sarja (Vateria indica) is a plant used in Ayurveda. Oleoresin components are lipophilic and require lipid-based carriers for optimal absorption. Tannins reduce bioavailability of co-administered iron and proteins. Oleoresin in glass or coated metal containers.

Key facts
Botanical nameVateria indica
Identity sourceAyurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India, Part I, Vol. IV: SARJA (Exudate)
Also calledShorea robusta (attribution recorded without a cited source)
FamilyDipterocarpaceae
OrderMalvales
Taxon identifiersGBIF 3189688 · Wikidata Q2576684 · NCBI Taxonomy 1260927

Names and identification

LanguageName
EnglishSarja

Ayurvedic pharmacology (Dravyaguna)

PropertyValueDescription
Rasa (Taste)Kashaya, TiktaPrimary taste
Guna (Quality)Laghu, SnigdhaPhysical quality
Virya (Potency)SheetaHeating/Cooling effect
Vipaka (Post-digestive)KatuPost-digestive effect

Dosage forms and preparation

Dosage Forms: Churna (powder), Kwatha (decoction), Taila (medicated oil), Lepa (external paste), Ghana vati (tablet), Resin preparations

Standard Dosage: 3-6 g bark/resin powder per day; 50-100 mL kwatha twice daily; external application of oleoresin as needed

Bioavailability: Triterpenoid and phenolic constituents have moderate bioavailability (20-35%). Oleoresin components are lipophilic and require lipid-based carriers for optimal absorption. Tannins reduce bioavailability of co-administered iron and proteins.

Optimal Timing: After meals for internal use; externally as needed for wound care

Standardized Extract: Bark extract (5:1 in 60% ethanol), standardized to NLT 4% total tannins by Folin-Ciocalteu method; purified oleoresin for external applications

Shelf Life: 24 months for churna; 36 months for resin preparations in sealed containers; 30 months for extract capsules

Storage: Below 25 deg C in airtight containers. Oleoresin in glass or coated metal containers. Protect from light and oxidation.

Marker Compounds: Alpha-amyrin, Beta-amyrin, Ursolic acid, Gallic acid, Ellagic acid, Bergenin

Extraction Methods

  • Hydroalcoholic extraction (60% ethanol)
  • Aqueous decoction
  • Oleoresin tapping and purification
  • Soxhlet extraction with ethyl acetate
  • Cold maceration in sesame oil for taila

Synergistic Combinations

  • Sala (astringent-wound healing synergy)
  • Lodhra (hemostatic formulations)
  • Arjuna (cardiovascular and wound healing combinations)
  • Shallaki (anti-inflammatory resin formulations)

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