Kubja

(Star Jasmine)
Sanskrit: कुन्द Botanical: Jasminum multiflorum Andr.

Kund (Jasminum multiflorum) is described as having star-shaped white fragrant flowers. The plant is a climbing shrub. The flowers are used in worship and garland-making. Medicinally used for complexion and as an antidote. Verse: 27.

Ayurvedic Properties

Taste (Rasa)
Bitter (Tikta), Astringent (Kashaya)
Quality (Guna)
Light (Laghu)
Potency (Virya)
Cold (Sheeta)
Post-digestive (Vipaka)
Pungent (Katu)
Key Constituents
Jasmine oil, Terpenes
Also Known As
English: Star Jasmine, Downy Jasmine
Sanskrit: कुन्द, कुन्दपुष्प
Hindi: कुन्द

What is Kubja (Kundo / कुन्दो)?

Kund (Jasminum multiflorum) is described as having star-shaped white fragrant flowers. The plant is a climbing shrub. The flowers are used in worship and garland-making. Medicinally used for complexion and as an antidote. Verse: 27.

Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 4

Therapeutic Actions (Karma)

  • Varnya (complexion enhancer)
  • Vishaghna (antidote)

Source: Bhavaprakash Nighantu, Varga 4

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