Prickly Amaranth
तण्डुलीय
Tanduliya (Prickly Amaranth) is a common weed with spiny stems. Two spines are present at each leaf axil. The plant grows 2-4 feet tall with erect branching habit. The young plants are used as a vegetable. It is commonly available throughout India. Despite having thorns, the young tender leaves and shoots are edible and nutritious. It is lighter than the smooth varieties. Verses: 12-13.
What is Prickly Amaranth (Tanduliya Shaka / तण्डुलीयशाक)?
Tanduliya (Prickly Amaranth) is a common weed with spiny stems. Two spines are present at each leaf axil. The plant grows 2-4 feet tall with erect branching habit. The young plants are used as a vegetable. It is commonly available throughout India. Despite having thorns, the young tender leaves and shoots are edible and nutritious. It is lighter than the smooth varieties. Verses: 12-13.
Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 9
Therapeutic Actions (Karma)
- Saraguna (laxative)
- Pittahara (pacifies Pitta)
- Raktahara (alleviates blood disorders)
Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 9
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