Kevda
Kewda is a
species of fragrant flowering trees that is found in many countries and grows
in dense forests. The tree has two species - white and yellow - with thin,
long, thick and prickly leaves. The white caste is called Kevda and yellow is
called Ketki. Ketaki is very fragrant and its leaves are soft. It flowers in
January and February. This fragrance of Kevade attracts snakes a lot. They also
make perfumes, which are used in sweets and drinks. The catechu is put in a
Kevda flower and used in betel after making it fragrant. Pulp greens are also
made inside the kevade. It is called Sanskrit, Ketaki in Malayalam, Telugu main
mogalipuvvu, Kevada in Hindi and Marathi, Kevadas in Gujarati, Bilekedage
Gundige in Kannada, Kedgane in Tamil, Karanja in Persian, Karand in Arabic and
Pendenus Odora Tissimus in Latin. [2] The Ganges River is found abundantly in
the Sundarbans delta. From the eyes of Ayurveda: -
introduction
A
single-sided plant of the Pandanacea family, found in tropical, coastal
countries of the Indian Ocean and in the islands of the Pacific Ocean. Kewra
grows naturally in the coastal parts of South India. It is also planted in
gardens due to the pungent smell of flowers.
Its plant is
5-7 meters high and thrives in moist places on sandy soil. Its head trunk soon
divides into branches and a bunch of leaves emerge from the upper part of each
branch. The leaves are long and prickly on the edge and hang in three rows on
the stem. Many aerial roots originate from the topmost part of the stem from
the ground and sometimes when the lower part of the stem dies, the plants
remain frozen on the earth only with these aerial roots. In its panicle, male
or female flowers are attached on thick pulp axis. Male panicle has a strong
smell. When fruits are grown and ripened in the female panicle, then it appears
like a spherical orange colored pineapple fruit. These fruits of Kevda reach
far countries by the waves of the sea and this is why Kevda is found in
abundance in the coastal places. Kevadajal and perfume are made from male
panicle. Fibers of leaves are used for making rope etc. Baskets and burush are
made from the roots.
Importance
in Hinduism
The idol of
Mansi Devi in Sundarbans
Snakes often
take shelter in the tree of Kevda. That is why the Hindus of Bengal consider it
the birthplace of Mansi Devi as Mansi Devi is the protector goddess of snakes.
Kevda water
The extract
of Kevade prepared by steam distillation method is used in many cuisines in
northern India especially Rajasthan.
Such as
Rasgulla, Gulab, Jamun, Rabri, Ras-Malai, Shrikhand. It is also used in Mughal
delicacies such as extremely fragrant dishes, it gives a little satisfaction.
Smelling white sandalwood in kevda
water cures headache caused by heat.
- Itching is
beneficial in itching and skin diseases.
- Kevada oil
is used in goutavat as a medicine.
-Kavera
water is used to remove foul smell of hair.
- Ganesha is
anointed with Kevada water.
- It deeply
cleanses the skin.
- Closes
skin pores.
- Its
anti-oxidants help in fighting cancer, old age etc.
Kevda has
many benefits rather than one. It is used as an aroma in perfumes, lotions,
tobacco, incense sticks etc. Also, mats, hats, tokens, petals, etc. are made
from its leaves. Kevda proves useful in every form. Kevda is also useful in
many diseases. The special thing is that massage of Kevda oil is helpful in
ending arthritis.
What is Kevda?
What is
kevda (kevda kya hota hai)? Kewda is a species of aromatic trees. It is mostly
found in dense forests. Its trees are thin, dense, tall and its leaves are
thorny. Two species of Kevda tree are found, one is white and the other is
yellow. The white is called Kevda and the yellow species is called Ketaki.
Ketaki is very fragrant and its leaves are also soft. Kevada is also known in
other languages as Gandhapushp, Dhootipushpika, Kenda, Keur, Gojangi, Kevar,
Nrippriya etc.
In Orissa,
kevde ka phool is called the king of flowers. What is Kevda flower like? The
Kevda plant grows up to 18 feet and gives 30 to 40 fruits at a time. Its fruit
is initially white in color, hence it is also called white lotus. About 12
thousand medicinal herbs are mentioned in Ayurveda, of which Kevda is also one.
Modern researches and researches have proved that Kevda has many medicinal
properties, to which there is no answer. Let's know about the advantages and
disadvantages of this aromatic plant –
Ayurvedic Properties of Kevra
What is
kevra water (kewra water kya hota hai)? Kewra flowers are made from Kewra Water
and Kewra Oil, which are beneficial in many ways from taste to health.
Kevda water
is also used as an aroma in sweets, sweet syrup and cold drinks etc.
Its aroma
provides mental peace in a way.
It has
antifungal and anti bacterial properties, due to which it prevents any kind of
infection from spreading.
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The special
thing about Kevda is that there is a feeling of satisfaction with its
consumption.
The use of
Kevada oil is very beneficial in Ayurvedic terms. It is used to treat diseases
like headaches and arthritis.
Its flower
also has beauty enhancing properties of the body.
Kevra leaves
are poisonous. It is also used to reduce the effect of poison.
Not only
this, Kevda leaves are also used in the treatment of smallpox, itching,
leprosy, leucoderma. Grind the leaves of kevada and apply it on the skin and it
proves to be a very effective treatment.
A kind of
decoction is made by boiling the leaves of kevda, which can also be
disease-free with daily intake.
It also
serves to keep the body, air and atmosphere in good shape.
Beneficial
in Headache - Beneficial in Headache
No matter
how much headache is happening, the use of kevra oil will make the pain go away
in minutes. Yes, if you have a headache, massage with Kevda oil, it will be
very relaxing.
Benefit in
fever - Beneficial in Feaver
During
fever, body exhaustion increases so much that a person feels more ill. In such
a situation, if he is given 40 to 60 ml juice of Kevda, his fever will also
come down and the body will also decline.
Joint pain
relief
Kevra
extract relieves all types of body aches, especially joint pains. Massage with
Kevda oil daily also cures diseases like arthritis.
Beneficial
in period - Beneficial in Periods
If a woman
complains of normal bleeding, ie heavy flow, then grind the root of kevra in
water and drink it with sugar, it removes the problem of heavy flow in the
period.
Also read -
know what is the disease with the blood color of your period
In stomach
related diseases
Kevda is
very beneficial for people suffering from stomach ailments. It is also used to
relieve stomach irritation, abdominal pain, gas, bloating, etc.
Stress away
Experts say
that Kevda is considered the most effective and natural way to relieve stress.
Actually, Kevra leaves are found to have anti-stress agents that correct our
stress and mental imbalances. Apart from this, its fragrance gives mental
relaxation.
Cancer
prevention - Prevent Cancer
In many
researches, Kevra has also been shown to be effective in treating cancer.
Actually, Kevra has some anti-oxidants which help in fighting deadly diseases
like cancer.
To increase
appetite
Kevda is
also helpful in increasing appetite. If the extract of Kevda is used regularly,
then the appetite increases more than before.
Kevda is a
transparent fluid, almost similar to rose water. We all know Kevra water as a
good flavoring agent. Kevra has the best antioxidant properties. Like rose
water, kevda water is also good for the skin. Kevda is also used to make the
skin shiny, soft and smooth. Let's know about Kevada's beauty benefits –
Benefits of
Kevra for Skin - Kewra Benefits for Skin
· It acts as a good cleanser and
removes dirt and impurities from the skin very efficiently.
· Also works as a good toner
· It closes the open pores of the skin.
· Increases facial radiance.
· Kevda nourishes the anti-aging
properties of the skin. This keeps your skin young for a long time.
· Kewra jal gives excellent results in
a low budget.
· The main feature of Kevda water is
that it reduces skin spots and pimples.
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