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
- Catechotannic acid, Tannins
- Also Known As
- English: White Cutch, White Khair
Sanskrit: श्वेतखदिर, सोमवल्क
Hindi: सफ़ेद खैर
What is Umbrella Thorn (Shveta Khair / श्वेतखैर)?
Shveta Khadira (White Cutch) is a variety of Khadira with lighter colored bark and heartwood. It grows in dry regions and yields white or pale colored extract. Its properties are similar to Khadira but it is also considered Medhya (intellect promoting). The bark and heartwood are used medicinally. It is used in skin diseases, worm infestations and for improving memory. Dose: Kwatha 1-2 tola. Verse: 16.
Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 5
Therapeutic Actions (Karma)
- Kusthaghna (anti-dermatosis)
- Krimighna (anthelmintic)
- Medhya (brain tonic)
Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 5
Umbrella Thorn by Condition
Explore how Umbrella Thorn is used for specific health concerns — with dosage, preparation methods, and classical references for each.
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