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Latakaranja

लताकरञ्ज (Latakaranja / Kuberaksha / Kantakikaranja)

Botanical: Caesalpinia bonduc • Common: Fever Nut / Bonduc Nut / Physic Nut

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Dravyaguna Bio-energetic Matrix

Classical pharmacological energetics from Charaka Samhita & Bhavaprakasha Nighantu.

Rasa (Taste)

Tikta (Intensely Bitter), Kashaya (Astringent)

Virya (Potency)

Ushna (Heating)

Vipaka (Post-Digestive)

Katu (Pungent)

Guna (Qualities)

Laghu (Light), Ruksha (Dry), Tikshna (Sharp)

Doshic Action Pacifies Kapha & Vata

Tridoshic Modulation

Botanical Monograph & Classical Overview

Latakaranja seeds are the glossy, marble-like 'fever nuts' of coastal India. Containing bonducin, they equal quinine in aborting periodic malarial paroxysms while curing testicular inflammation and hydrocele.

🎯 Therapeutic Indications & Health Benefits

Key clinical applications documented in clinical Ayurvedic literature.

• Malarial, Dengue & Refractory Intermittent Fevers (Vishamajvara)
• Orchitis, Hydrocele & Scrotal Inflammation (Topical & Internal)
• Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) Endocrine Balancing
• Intestinal Helminthiasis & Colic

⚠️ Precautions, Contraindications & Safe Usage

Intensely bitter; consume with black pepper powder.

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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