Kakajanghaa

(Kakajanghaa)
Sanskrit: काकजंघा • Botanical: Leea hirta Roxb.

Kakajanghaa (Leea hirta) is described as a shrub with spreading leaves. The root is used medicinally. It is described as primarily useful as an anti-poison (Vishaghna) herb. The plant has compound leaves. It also helps in reducing swellings. Verse ref: page 442.

Ayurvedic Properties

Taste (Rasa)
Bitter (Tikta), Astringent (Kashaya)
Quality (Guna)
Light (Laghu), Dry (Ruksha)
Potency (Virya)
Cold (Sheeta)
Post-digestive (Vipaka)
Pungent (Katu)
Key Constituents
Tannins, terpenoids
Also Known As
English: Kakajanghaa
Sanskrit: काकजंघा
Hindi: काकजंघा

What is Kakajanghaa (Leea / काकजंघा)?

Kakajanghaa (Leea hirta) is described as a shrub with spreading leaves. The root is used medicinally. It is described as primarily useful as an anti-poison (Vishaghna) herb. The plant has compound leaves. It also helps in reducing swellings. Verse ref: page 442.

Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 3

Therapeutic Actions (Karma)

  • Vishaghna (antidote to poison)
  • Shothahara (reduces swelling)

Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 3

Kakajanghaa by Condition

Explore how Kakajanghaa is used for specific health concerns — with dosage, preparation methods, and classical references for each.

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Kakajanghaa for Inflammation

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