Ayurvedic Properties
- Taste (Rasa)
- Bitter (Tikta)
- Quality (Guna)
- Light (Laghu), Sharp (Tikshna)
- Potency (Virya)
- Hot (Ushna)
- Also Known As
- English: Civet, Civet Cat musk
Sanskrit: जवादि कस्तूरी
Hindi: जवादि कस्तूरी, मुश्क बिलाव
What is Civet Musk (Javadi Kasturi / जवादि कस्तूरी)?
Javadi Kasturi (Civet) is an aromatic animal secretion from the civet cat (Viverra zibetha, Fam. Viverridae). It is used as a substitute for true Kasturi (deer musk). The civet gland secretion is collected from captive animals. It shares some properties with deer musk but is considered inferior. Used primarily as an aromatic and in perfumery. Has aphrodisiac and cardiac stimulant properties. Dosage: 2-4 Ratti. Book reference: Karpuradi Varga, shloka 9.
Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 1
Therapeutic Actions (Karma)
- Sugandhi (aromatic)
- Vrishya (aphrodisiac)
- Hridya (cardiotonic)
Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 1
Civet Musk by Condition
Explore how Civet Musk is used for specific health concerns — with dosage, preparation methods, and classical references for each.
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