🌿 Product Name: Boonthi Kottai
🔍 Names in Different Languages:
Language | Name |
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Botanical Name | Caesalpinia bonduc (syn. Guilandina bonduc) |
English | Fever Nut / Bonduc Nut / Nicker Nut |
Tamil | பூந்தி கொட்டை (Boonthi Kottai) |
Hindi | कटकरंजन / लाटकरंज (Katkaranj / Latakaranj) |
Malayalam | കാട്ടുകരണവ (Kattukaranava) |
Telugu | గచకాయ (Gachakaya) |
Kannada | ಮಾಚನೆಕಾಯಿ (Maachanekaayi) |
Sanskrit | Latakaranja / Kantaki Karanja |
📦 Product Description:
Boonthi Kottai refers to the seeds of the Fever Nut plant (Caesalpinia bonduc), enclosed in a thorny pod. It is a powerful traditional herbal remedy used widely in Siddha, Ayurveda, and folk medicine.
The seeds are hard, grayish, and known for their ability to reduce fever, boost immunity, and improve digestion. They are used in powdered or decoction form and are also known for their anthelmintic (anti-worm) and liver-protective properties.
✅ Health Benefits of Boonthi Kottai:
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Reduces Fever:
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Traditionally used in Siddha and Ayurveda to treat intermittent fevers and malarial symptoms.
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Liver Support:
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Strengthens and detoxifies the liver; used in jaundice and hepatitis treatments.
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Anti-worm Activity:
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Kills intestinal worms and helps restore gut health.
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Enhances Digestion:
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Stimulates digestive enzymes and improves appetite.
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Boosts Immunity:
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Helps the body fight infections, fatigue, and general weakness.
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Anti-inflammatory:
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Used externally and internally to reduce joint pain and swelling.
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Supports Male Fertility:
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Used in some Siddha formulations to support reproductive health.
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⚠️ Precautions:
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Should be taken under the supervision of a qualified practitioner.
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Raw seeds should not be consumed directly—they need proper purification (Suddhi process).
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Not recommended for pregnant women.
🍽️ How to Use:
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Powder form: 1–3 grams once or twice daily with honey or warm water (under guidance).
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Kashayam (decoction): Boil crushed seeds with water, reduce, and drink to manage fever and liver conditions.
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External use: Used in oil or paste form for joint swelling or arthritis.
📦 Available Forms:
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Whole seeds (for traditional preparation)
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