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Bhallataka

भल्लातक (Bhallataka / Arushkara / Agnimukha)

Botanical: Semecarpus anacardium • Common: Marking Nut Tree / Malacca Bean

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Dravyaguna Bio-energetic Matrix

Classical pharmacological energetics from Charaka Samhita & Bhavaprakasha Nighantu.

Rasa (Taste)

Madhura (Sweet), Katu (Pungent), Tikta (Bitter), Kashaya (Astringent)

Virya (Potency)

Ushna (Extremely Heating - Agni-Sama)

Vipaka (Post-Digestive)

Madhura (Sweet)

Guna (Qualities)

Laghu (Light), Snigdha (Unctuous), Tikshna (Piercing)

Doshic Action Pacifies Kapha & Vata; strongly provokes Pitta

Tridoshic Modulation

Botanical Monograph & Classical Overview

Bhallataka fruit juice is intensely caustic, blister-causing, and hot like fire. When purified through friction with brick powder and milk boiling (Ishtika Churna Shodhana), it transforms into one of the most potent anti-cancer and anti-rheumatic Rasayanas known.

🎯 Therapeutic Indications & Health Benefits

Key clinical applications documented in clinical Ayurvedic literature.

• Vitiligo, Psoriasis & Lepromatous Skin Lesions (Kushtha)
• Non-bleeding Dry Hemorrhoids (Arsha) & Anorectal Polyps
• Rheumatoid Arthritis, Sciatica & Deep Joint Calcification
• Legendary Rasayana Rejuvenator in Sanjeevani Formulations

⚠️ Precautions, Contraindications & Safe Usage

Extremely irritating to sensitive Pitta skins. Coconut oil and ghee act as its specific Ayurvedic antidotes.

Statutory Health Disclaimer: The botanical and energetic descriptions provided on this page are for classical educational purposes only and are not a substitute for professional clinical medical advice, diagnosis, or prescription. Consult a qualified, registered Ayurvedic doctor before introducing therapeutic dosages.

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