Red Amaranth
रक्तशाक
Lal Marsa (Red Amaranth) is a common leafy vegetable available from early rains. The plant grows 1-3 feet tall and has red or reddish stems with ovate leaves. The leaves and stems are cooked as a vegetable. It is light, cooling and useful in Pitta disorders and bleeding conditions. The leaves are slightly astringent. It is commonly available and widely used. It matures in 15-30 days of sowing. Verses: 10-11.
What is Red Amaranth (Vastuka / वास्तूक)?
<p>Lal Marsa (Red Amaranth) is a common leafy vegetable available from early rains. The plant grows 1-3 feet tall and has red or reddish stems with ovate leaves. The leaves and stems are cooked as a vegetable. It is light, cooling and useful in Pitta disorders and bleeding conditions. The leaves are slightly astringent. It is commonly available and widely used. It matures in 15-30 days of sowing. Verses: 10-11.</p>
Therapeutic Actions (Karma)
<ul><li>Raktapittahara (alleviates bleeding disorders)</li><li>Sara (laxative)</li><li>Pitta-shamaka (pacifies Pitta)</li></ul>
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