Kulattha (Kulathika, Sweta beeja, Habbul Kulth)
About
Kulattha is a classical Shimbi Dhanya (legume) dravya. Botanically Macrotyloma uniflorum (Lam.) Verdc. (Fabaceae); Dolichos biflorus is a widely used synonym. Charaka classifies it under Shimbi dhanya with Ashmarighna, Shothahara, and Lekhana properties. Used in yusha, supa, and therapeutic food preparations.
Botanical name: Macrotyloma uniflorum. Also known as: Kulattha, Horse gram, Kulthi, Macrotyloma uniflorum, Dolichos biflorus.
Properties
Katu, Kashaya, Tikta; Ushna veerya; Laghu, Ruksha, Tikshna guna
Traditional uses
- Ashmari and mutravaha disorders
- Kulathayusha and classical yusha preparations
- Medoroga contexts
Dosha effects
- vata: decreasing
- kapha: decreasing
- pitta: increasing
Frequently asked questions
What is Kulattha?
Kulattha is a classical Shimbi Dhanya (legume) dravya. Botanically Macrotyloma uniflorum (Lam.) Verdc. (Fabaceae); Dolichos biflorus is a widely used synonym. Charaka classifies it under Shimbi dhanya with Ashmarighna, Shothahara, and Lekhana properties. Used in yusha, supa, and therapeutic food preparations.
What are the benefits of Kulattha?
Kulattha is traditionally used in Ayurveda for wellness support.
How is Kulattha used in Ayurveda?
Ashmari and mutravaha disorders
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