"Vanslochan (also known as Banslochan, Tabasheer, or Tabashir) is a siliceous concretion collected from the nodal joints of bamboo species, primarily Bambusa arundinacea (syn. Bambusa bambos). It belongs to the Poaceae family. In Ayurveda and Unani medicine, Vanslochan is used as a tonic and rejuvenator, known for its cooling, demulcent, expectorant, and antipyretic properties. It is rich in silica and other minerals beneficial for bone, skin, and respiratory health.
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Scientific Classification
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Phylum: Angiosperms
- Class: Monocots
- Order: Poales
- Family: Poaceae
- Genus: Bambusa
- Species: Bambusa arundinacea (Retz.) Willd.
- Synonym: Bambusa bambos (L.) Voss
Common Names
- English - Bamboo Silica / Bamboo Manna / Tabasheer
- Sanskrit - Vanshlochan / Vanshalochana / Tvakksheera
- Hindi - Banslochan / Tabasheer
- Gujarati - Vanslochan
- Tamil - Moongiluppu
- Telugu -Veduru mannu
- Malayalam - Mula sura
- Arabic/Unani - Tabashir
Traditional and Medicinal Uses
- Respiratory Health - Used in cough, bronchitis, and asthma as a mucolytic and expectorant.
- Bone and Connective Tissue Strength - Traditionally recommended for osteoporosis and weak bones
- Skin and Wound Healing - Acts as a natural coolant and detoxifier, used in formulations for burns, ulcers, and skin rashes.
- Rejuvenative (Rasayana) - Promotes vitality, enhances general strength, and supports longevity.
- Gastrointestinal Health - Provides soothing relief in acidity, and aids in the healing of ulcers.
References
Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India, Part-I, Vol. I. Government of India, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Dept. of AYUSH. (Monograph on Vanshlochan).
The Unani Pharmacopoeia of India, Part-II. Government of India, Ministry of AYUSH.
Rani, N., Sharma, P., & Dhingra, R. (2022). Review on Ethnomedicinal Uses, Pharmacological and Phytochemical Studies of Bambusa arundinacea (Retz.) Willd. Oriental Journal of Chemistry, 38(2), 439-450.
Kew Science (POWO). (2023). Bambusa arundinacea (Retz.) Willd. — The Plant List / Plants of the World Online. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.
Suresh Kumar, P., & Srivastava, A.K. (2013). Method of Identification and Standardisation of Vamsalochana (Bamboo Manna). TANG Humanitas Medicine Journal, 3(1): 11-18.
Anonymous. (1956). The Wealth of India: Raw Materials, Vol. II (B). Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR), New Delhi.
Anonymous. (2008). Indian Pharmacopoeia, Vol. III. Government of India, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.
Chopra, R.N., Nayar, S.L., & Chopra, I.C. (1956). Glossary of Indian Medicinal Plants. CSIR, New Delhi.
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