Karpura
कर्पूर
Camphor · കർപ്പൂരം
About
Cinnamomum camphora. Volatile crystal from the camphor tree.
Classical properties
| Sanskrit | कर्पूर |
|---|---|
| English | Camphor |
| Malayalam | കർപ്പൂരം |
| Rasa (taste) | tikta, katu, madhura |
| Guna (quality) | laghu, tikshna |
| Virya (potency) | sheeta |
| Vipaka (post-digestive effect) | katu |
Traditional uses
Cough, congestion, skin itching, joint pain (external).
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.