Ajmoda Carum roxburghianum HERB

Ajmoda is antispasmodic, stimulant, tonic and carminative properties so it has a lot to do with the problems of digestive system. Vata and Kapha are important to manage the working of the digestive system and because Ajmoda pacifies these Doshas- it relieves in the symptoms. Ajmoda is used in flatulence, dyspepsia and diarrhea as a home remedy. Ajmoda is also a good antimicrobial agent so it gives relief in conditions like urinary tract infections. Ajmoda is useful against diseases of the digestive tract and fever. Unclean tap water can result in complications; Ajmoda often comes to the traveler's rescue. Just chew on spoonful of the fruits for of Ajmoda a few minutes and wash down with hot water. A paste of the crushed fruit of Ajmoda when applied externally relieves colic pains. Ajmoda is best useful in digestive disturbances. It is specially indicated in Vata disturbances of the digestive system like flatulence, gaseous belching and constipation. Decoction of Ajmoda can also be used for gargling in bad breath. Other Names: SANSKRIT: Agni, Agnika, Ajamoda, Ajmoda, Andhapatrika, Bastamoda, Brahmakoshi, Brahmamusha, Dipya, Dipyaka, Gandhadala, Hastikavari, Hayagandndha, Karavi, Kharahya, Kharashva, Kharasva, Kharavha, Krimijagdha, Lochamastaka, Markati, Mayura, Moda, Modadhya, Modini, Phalamukhya, Shikkimoda, Ugragandhika, Vanhidipika, Vastamoda, Vishali. HINDI: Shalari, Sonira. URDU: Karafs, Tukhm khurfa siyah, Bikh karfas, Tukhm karofs, Tukhm karafs nim kofta, Fitrasalium, Ajmud, Bikh karafs, Tukhm karafs, Tukhm-i-karafs. BENGALI: Randhuni, Chanu. ENGLISH: Celery, Marsh parsley, Smallage, Wild celery. KANNADA: Ajamoda, Guddaga sompu. TAMIL: Callari. Marathi: Andhapatrika, Ajmoda.