organic Kachoor curcuma zedarria root 100g
Kachur, also known as Curcuma zedoaria, is a perennial herb with potent medicinal properties. Its dried rhizomes are used for therapeutic purposes. Here are some details about Kachur:
- Botanical Name: Curcuma zedoaria
- Common Names: Dravida, Katuri
- Qualities and Indications:
- Rasa (Taste): Katu (pungent), Tiktha (bitter)
- Vipaka (Post Digestive Effect): Katu (pungent)
- Virya (Potency): Ushna (hot)
- Guna (Qualities): Laghu (light to digest), Teekshna (penetrating), Sughandhi (odoriferous)
- Actions (Karma): Deepana (kindles digestive fire), Ruchya (improves taste perception)
- Indications:
- Skin diseases (Kushta)
- Hemorrhoids (Arshas)
- Wounds (Vrana)
- Cough (Kasa)
- Asthma (Shvasa)
- Abdominal tumors (Gulma)
- Intestinal worm infestation (Krimi)
- Cleanses mouth and removes bad breath (Mukhavaishadya)
- Effect on Tridoshas: Balances Vata and Kapha dosha
Kachur is commonly used in Ayurvedic medicine for various health conditions. Its rhizomes can be chewed for hoarseness of voice, bad breath, and cough. Additionally, it is applied as a paste for wounds and sprains. The fresh juice of the rhizome is used to treat intestinal worm infestations12.
Remember to consult your healthcare provider before using any herbal remedies, especially if you are taking other medications or supplements. ?
