Scientific Name:
- Mallotus philippinensis
Local Names:
- Karkash, Raktanga,Rechan, Kabilla, Kamalaguddi, KApilla, Shendri, Kunggumam, Kumkum, Kumkumu,Kukumadamar, Kapilo, kurmandkku, Lokhan, Kambali, Kamala tree.
Ayurvedic Aspects:
- Guna: Laghu, Ruksha, Tikshna
- Rasa: Katu
- Virya: Ushna
- Vipak: Katu
Dosages:
- 1-3 grams (It can be used indifferent from like tablets, Churna, Syp. etc)
Interesting Facts:
- It is an evergreen tree.
- It grows up to 20-30 feet's.
- It is use in making natural colors, dye etc.
- It is widely used in making cosmetic items.
- Phalaraja is used for this purpose.
- Rottlerin, Isorottlerin are the main components.
- In classics, this plant is used in almost 44 no of herbo mineral preparations.
Medicinal Use:
- In the classics, it is indicated for more than 20 diseases.
- It is useful in the treatment of leprosy>
- It is useful in the treatment of blood disorders and act as blood purifier.
- It is useful in the treatment of abdominal lumps.
- It is useful in the treatment of minor cuts and skin infections.
- It is useful in the treatment of healing ulcers.
- It is can be use as antifungal agent.
- It used as antiseptic agent.
- An excellent herb can use as contraceptive.
Contraindications:
- Avoid in pregnancy period.
- Avoid before and after major surgeries.
- Avoid over dosing.
Preparations:
- Krimighatini Vati (Classical)
- Tab. Krumina (Saranghadhar Pharma)
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