Rapeseed/Toria Oil

कुसुम्भतैलम्

Kusumbha oil (safflower oil) is pungent in taste, hot and sharp in quality. It is useful in skin diseases and parasitic conditions. It is not commonly recommended for cooking due to its sharp and hot nature, but is used externally and in specific therapeutic formulations. The text mentions its use in removing skin impurities and blemishes. Verses: 19-20.

What is Rapeseed/Toria Oil (Ghrita Taialam / घृततैल — Kusumbha Taila)?

<p>Kusumbha oil (safflower oil) is pungent in taste, hot and sharp in quality. It is useful in skin diseases and parasitic conditions. It is not commonly recommended for cooking due to its sharp and hot nature, but is used externally and in specific therapeutic formulations. The text mentions its use in removing skin impurities and blemishes. Verses: 19-20.</p>

Therapeutic Actions (Karma)

<ul><li>Kushthahara (anti-dermatosis)</li><li>Krimighna (anthelmintic)</li><li>Twak-doshahara (removes skin blemishes)</li></ul>

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