Karanja
करञ्ज
Pongam Tree · പുങ്ക്
About
Pongamia pinnata. Seed oil for skin diseases.
Classical properties
| Sanskrit | करञ्ज |
|---|---|
| English | Pongam Tree |
| Malayalam | പുങ്ക് |
| Rasa (taste) | tikta, katu, kashaya |
| Guna (quality) | laghu, ruksha |
| Virya (potency) | ushna |
| Vipaka (post-digestive effect) | katu |
Traditional uses
Skin diseases, scabies, joint pain (oil).
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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.