Kushta
कुष्ठ
Costus · കോഷ്ഠം
About
Saussurea lappa. Aromatic Himalayan root used in Kerala oils.
Classical properties
| Sanskrit | कुष्ठ |
|---|---|
| English | Costus |
| Malayalam | കോഷ്ഠം |
| Rasa (taste) | tikta, katu |
| Guna (quality) | laghu, ruksha |
| Virya (potency) | ushna |
| Vipaka (post-digestive effect) | katu |
Traditional uses
Skin disorders, joint pain, cough, asthma.
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.