Kodo Millet

कोद्रव

Kodrava (Kodo Millet) is a grain grown in marginal lands and consumed in tribal areas. When spoiled or contaminated with fungus, it can cause intoxication/poisoning due to the alkaloid paspalinine. Fresh, properly stored Kodo is safe and nutritious. It is cooling and light. Grows in poor soils where other crops fail. Verses: 59-60.

What is Kodo Millet (Kodrava / कोद्रव)?

<p>Kodrava (Kodo Millet) is a grain grown in marginal lands and consumed in tribal areas. When spoiled or contaminated with fungus, it can cause intoxication/poisoning due to the alkaloid paspalinine. Fresh, properly stored Kodo is safe and nutritious. It is cooling and light. Grows in poor soils where other crops fail. Verses: 59-60.</p>

Therapeutic Actions (Karma)

<ul><li>Grahi (absorbent)</li><li>Vatakara (Vata-aggravating)</li></ul>

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