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Kasamarda
Kasamarda has many meanings, including in Sanskrit, and Hinduism. This article provides an overview of the term’s definition, along with Kasamarda plant’s morphology and medicinal uses.
What Ayurveda says about Kasamarda
Cassia occidentalis is a plant that grows in the southern parts of India. Its roots, leaves, and seeds are used for many different medical purposes. It is a member of the Sakavarga group of medicinal plants, which include spices, vegetables, and pot-herbs. Known as Kasamarda in Sanskrit, this herb is useful for treating skin problems, easing constipation, and curing diseases caused by worms.
The Samkhyan philosophy influences the Ayurvedic principles, including the treatment of mental disorders. It claims that man is a microcosm of the universe, consisting of five “Mahabhutas” (elements): Ap, Vayu, and Tejas. These elements are interconnected and form a microcosm of the world. According to Ayurveda, the mind is a separate entity from the body, but it can perceive and contemplate everything.
While ancient scholars did not classify Kasmard as a medicinal plant, its beneficial aspects were recognized by early scientists. The plant is known to contain many Ayurvedic properties, including the elimination of toxins, the alleviation of Kapha, and the treatment of vitiated Pitta Dosha. Kasmard is also used in the treatment of cough, which is a Kapha disorder in Ayurveda.
Morphology of Cassia occidentalis Linn
In an attempt to develop standardization parameters for the plant Cassia occidentalis Linn, researchers studied its leaf and seeds. These specimens were characterized as glaborous herbs, with 6 to 8 pairs of leaflets with apex and gland at the base of the leaf rachis. Cassia occidentalis leaves produce seeds that are ovoid and flat, with smooth hard testa and anomocytic stomata.
One study evaluated the effects of the leaf extract of Cassia occidentalis on the Khapra beetle, which ate it. The article was published in the Journal of Ecotoxicology and Environmental Monitoring. Other studies investigated the line of breakage of seed testae. The testae of Senna were examined by Fritz E, Olzant SM, and Sautcel J in their publication Anatomy of Seed Plants, Second Edition.
The plant’s morphological characteristics were used to develop a scatter plot based on quantitative morphological characters. The species Cassia occidentalis Linn is divided into two subgroups: the Cassandra subtribe, which includes the species Cassia fistula, Cassia italica, and Cassia singueana. Other subspecies in the genus include Cassia occidentalis L. and Senna alata, biflora, and hirsuta.
Medicinal uses of Kasamarda
There are many uses for Kasamarda. Its root and seed are used as remedies for a variety of conditions, including inflammatory conditions and cough. Kasamarda is also used orally for scorpion bites. Kasamarda leaves are dried and powdered and added to Veshavara (a mixture of asa foetida, pepper, and dandelion root). This mixture is then pounded into a paste and rolled into pills. Kasamarda is also used for skin diseases.
Kasamarda is an herb native to South America, but is now grown in many parts of the world. It grows up to two meters tall, but is usually smaller in size. It is also an annual plant in most seasonal climates. It has a number of medicinal uses, including regaining the health of the body after a poisoning. Kasamarda’s many benefits include preventing kidney stones, aiding digestion, and curing respiratory conditions.
Kasamarda is a plant known by many names in different parts of the world. The Indian and Chinese medical systems use this herb for a number of ailments. It has astringent, aphrodisiac, and laxative properties. It is also used for skin diseases, and its Sanskrit name is Kasamarda. Kasamarda has been used for centuries as a remedy for respiratory issues and is commonly found in Indian markets.