Moth Bean
मकुष्ठक
Makushthaka (Moth Bean) is a small pulse grown in arid regions. It is light, dry, and mildly astringent. Used in diarrhea and bleeding disorders. It is a drought-resistant crop and important food source in Rajasthan and other arid areas. Verses: 46.
What is Moth Bean (Makushthaka / Moth / मकुष्ठक)?
Makushthaka (Moth Bean) is a small pulse grown in arid regions. It is light, dry, and mildly astringent. Used in diarrhea and bleeding disorders. It is a drought-resistant crop and important food source in Rajasthan and other arid areas. Verses: 46.
Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 8
Therapeutic Actions (Karma)
- Grahi (absorbent)
- Raktapittahara (alleviates bleeding disorders)
Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 8
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