Jiraka
जीरक
Cumin · ജീരകം
About
Cuminum cyminum. Kitchen spice with Ayurvedic depth.
Classical properties
| Sanskrit | जीरक |
|---|---|
| English | Cumin |
| Malayalam | ജീരകം |
| Rasa (taste) | katu |
| Guna (quality) | laghu, ruksha |
| Virya (potency) | ushna |
| Vipaka (post-digestive effect) | katu |
Traditional uses
Indigestion, lactation, diarrhea, fever.
Found in formulations
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This information is educational and based on classical Ayurvedic texts. It is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified BAMS / MD-Ayurveda practitioner before using any herb therapeutically — dosage, anupana (vehicle), and combinations are person-specific.