Karunochi

Description

Chinese chaste tree, five-leaved chaste tree, or horseshoe vitex, or nisinda is a large aromatic shrub with quadrangular, densely whitish, tomentose branchlets. It is widely used in folk medicine, particularly in South and Southeast Asia.

Useful Parts

Leaf,Root ,sead

Benefits

1. Anti-inflammatory & Pain Relief – Reduces swelling, stiffness, and joint pain (useful in arthritis, sciatica, and rheumatism). 2. Respiratory Health – Beneficial in asthma, cough, cold, and bronchitis due to its Kapha-Vata hara action. 3. Wound Healing – Leaf paste or oil helps in faster healing of wounds, ulcers, and skin infections. 4. Anti-microbial – Effective against bacteria and fungi, useful in skin diseases and throat infections. 5. Headache & Migraine – Applying leaf paste or oil on the forehead relieves headaches. 6. Digestive Aid – Improves appetite, reduces gas, and relieves abdominal pain. 7. Gynecological Use – Helps regulate menstruation, reduces menstrual pain, and supports uterine health. 8. Hair & Skin Care – Nirgundi oil is used for dandruff, hair fall, and itching scalp; also reduces eczema and skin rashes.

Pharmacological Action

anti-inflammatory, analgesic, anti-arthritic, and wound-healing

Rasapancakam

Rasa: Katu,tikta

Guna: Laghu,rukshya

Virya: Ushna

Vipaka: Katu

Dosha Karma: Balance vata kapha