Ayurvedic Properties
- Taste (Rasa)
- Pungent (Katu), Bitter (Tikta)
- Quality (Guna)
- Sharp (Tikshna), Hot (Ushna), Dry (Ruksha)
- Potency (Virya)
- Hot (Ushna)
- Post-digestive (Vipaka)
- Pungent (Katu)
- Also Known As
- English: Wild Croton, Danti
Sanskrit: दन्ती, निकुम्भ, उदुम्बरपर्णी, एरण्डफला, मुकुलक
Hindi: दन्ती, हाकुनी
What is Danti / Croton (दन्ती)?
Danti is an important drastic purgative drug. The text discusses its identification - some identify it as Croton polyandrum while others as Baliospermum montanum (Red Physic Nut). The root and seeds are the main parts used. It is stronger than Trivrit in its purgative action. Used in obstinate constipation, edema (Shotha), ascites (Jalodara), and skin diseases. The seeds are oily and produce strong purgation. The plant has Ricinus-like (castor-like) fruits. It should be used with great caution due to its drastic nature. The purgative action is dose-dependent - small doses cause mild purgation while larger doses cause drastic effects. Dose: root powder 2-3 ratti; seed powder 1-2 ratti.
Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 3
Therapeutic Actions (Karma)
- Virechana (strong purgative)
- Bhedana (drastic purgative)
- Vatahara (alleviates Vata)
- Shothahara (anti-inflammatory)
- Arshoghna (alleviates piles)
Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 3
Danti by Condition
Explore how Danti is used for specific health concerns — with dosage, preparation methods, and classical references for each.
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