Kadamba

(Kadamba)
Sanskrit: कदम्ब • Botanical: Anthocephalus cadamba Miq.

Kadamba (Anthocephalus cadamba) is a large deciduous tree with globular, fragrant, orange-yellow ball-shaped flower heads. The tree is associated with Lord Krishna in Indian mythology. The bark yields 40-50 % tannins. The bark and flowers are used medicinally. The bark is a febrifuge. The flower heads are globular, 1-2 inches across, and highly aromatic. The tree grows rapidly and can reach considerable height. The bark is bitter and is used in malarial fever. The tree is also known for its beautiful appearance during the monsoon season. Verse: 16.

Ayurvedic Properties

Taste (Rasa)
Astringent (Kashaya)
Quality (Guna)
Light (Laghu), Dry (Ruksha)
Potency (Virya)
Cold (Sheeta)
Post-digestive (Vipaka)
Pungent (Katu)
Key Constituents
Cinchotannic acid, Cadambine, Alkaloids, Saponins
Also Known As
English: Kadamba, Wild Cinchona
Sanskrit: कदम्ब, नीप, हलिप्रिय, वृत्तपुष्प
Hindi: कदम, कदम्ब

What is Kadamba (Kadamba Flower / कदम्ब)?

Kadamba (Anthocephalus cadamba) is a large deciduous tree with globular, fragrant, orange-yellow ball-shaped flower heads. The tree is associated with Lord Krishna in Indian mythology. The bark yields 40-50 % tannins. The bark and flowers are used medicinally. The bark is a febrifuge. The flower heads are globular, 1-2 inches across, and highly aromatic. The tree grows rapidly and can reach considerable height. The bark is bitter and is used in malarial fever. The tree is also known for its beautiful appearance during the monsoon season. Verse: 16.

Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 4

Therapeutic Actions (Karma)

  • Stambhana (astringent)
  • Vranaropana (wound healing)
  • Jwaraghna (antipyretic)

Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 4

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