Hilmochika
हिल्मोचिका
Hilmochika (Hincha) is an aquatic plant growing in marshy areas, ponds and paddy fields. It is used as a vegetable mainly in Bengal and eastern India. It has a distinctive slightly bitter taste. It is light, cooling and useful in Pitta disorders. Verses: 24.
What is Hilmochika (Hilmochika / हिल्मोचिका)?
Hilmochika (Hincha) is an aquatic plant growing in marshy areas, ponds and paddy fields. It is used as a vegetable mainly in Bengal and eastern India. It has a distinctive slightly bitter taste. It is light, cooling and useful in Pitta disorders. Verses: 24.
Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 9
Therapeutic Actions (Karma)
- Grahi (absorbent)
- Pittahara (pacifies Pitta)
Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 9
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