Bamboo Seeds
वंशबीज
Vansha Bija (Bamboo Seeds/Bamboo Rice) — seeds produced during mass bamboo flowering events. These events occur every 40-60 years. The seeds are edible and quite nutritious. They are considered a famine food in tribal areas. Bamboo rice is heavy and nourishing. It is occasionally available in markets. Verses: 63.
What is Vansha Bija Seeds (Bamboo Seeds / Bamboo Rice / वंशबीज)?
Vansha Bija (Bamboo Seeds/Bamboo Rice) — seeds produced during mass bamboo flowering events. These events occur every 40-60 years. The seeds are edible and quite nutritious. They are considered a famine food in tribal areas. Bamboo rice is heavy and nourishing. It is occasionally available in markets. Verses: 63.
Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 8
Therapeutic Actions (Karma)
- Brimhana (nourishing)
Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 8
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