Ayurvedic Properties
- Taste (Rasa)
- Bitter (Tikta)
- Quality (Guna)
- Light (Laghu)
- Potency (Virya)
- Cold (Sheeta)
- Also Known As
- English: Yellow Sandalwood
Sanskrit: पीतचन्दन, कालीयक, हरिचन्दन
Hindi: पीला चन्दन
What is Yellow Sandalwood (Pita Chandan / पीत चन्दन)?
Pita Chandan (Yellow Sandalwood) is described as a variety of Chandan. Some authorities consider it the same as Kaliyaka. It has properties similar to white sandalwood but is specifically mentioned for its Pitta-pacifying and complexion-improving qualities. The mature heartwood of Santalum album may take on a yellow hue. R. Ni. distinguishes it from Shveta Chandan. Reference: Karpuradi Varga, shloka 12-14.
Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 1
Therapeutic Actions (Karma)
- Daha Prashamana (relieves burning)
- Jwaraghna (antipyretic)
- Varnya (complexion enhancing)
- Trishna hara (thirst relieving)
Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 1
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