Blumea

(Blumea)
Sanskrit: कुकुन्दर • Botanical: Blumea lacera DC.

Kukurondha (Blumea lacera) is found throughout India at up to 2000 feet. It has a characteristic strong unpleasant smell (hence the name 'dog-sniffed'). The leaves are covered with soft hairs. The whole plant is used. It is employed in fevers, worm infestations, and as an insect repellent. The plant produces 3-4 small yellow flower heads. Dose: Swarasa. Verse: 204-206.

Ayurvedic Properties

Taste (Rasa)
Bitter (Tikta), Pungent (Katu)
Quality (Guna)
Light (Laghu), Sharp (Tikshna)
Potency (Virya)
Hot (Ushna)
Post-digestive (Vipaka)
Pungent (Katu)
Key Constituents
Camphor, Essential oils, Flavonoids
Also Known As
English: Blumea
Sanskrit: कुकुन्दर, कुकुरसुगन्धा, ताम्रपुष्प
Hindi: कुकरौंधा, कुकुरसूंघा, जंगली मूली

What is Blumea (Kukurondha / कुकुरौंधा)?

Kukurondha (Blumea lacera) is found throughout India at up to 2000 feet. It has a characteristic strong unpleasant smell (hence the name 'dog-sniffed'). The leaves are covered with soft hairs. The whole plant is used. It is employed in fevers, worm infestations, and as an insect repellent. The plant produces 3-4 small yellow flower heads. Dose: Swarasa. Verse: 204-206.

Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 3

Therapeutic Actions (Karma)

  • Jvarghna (antipyretic)
  • Krimighna (anthelmintic)
  • Shothahara (anti-inflammatory)

Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 3

Blumea by Condition

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

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Blumea for Inflammation

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