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Erandmoola Churna (Castor Root) – Ricinus communis – Riddhish Herbals – 100g
Erandmoola Churna (Castor Root) – Ricinus communis – Riddhish Herbals – 100g
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Erandmoola Churna from Riddhish Herbals is the root powder of Eranda — castor, Ricinus communis — the classical Eranda Mula. In Ayurveda the root is Madhura-Katu (sweet-pungent) and Ushna (warming), a premier Vatahara (Vata-settling) and Vatanulomana dravya traditionally used for Vata balance and the ease of the joints. It is the root preparation, distinct from castor oil or the seed, and is used within a physician-guided routine. Researchers have evaluated its root phytochemistry. Each pack is genuine, bill-provided material from a doctor-guided store operating since 2015.
About Erandmoola Churna (Castor Root)
Eranda — castor, Ricinus communis — is one of the most important Vata herbs of the classical tradition, and its ROOT (Mula) has its own distinct place, separate from the well-known castor oil. This churna is the milled castor root, Eranda Mula, a sweet-pungent, warming Vatahara dravya.
Riddhish Herbals supplies it as a clean single-material root powder under our doctor-guided selection standard, with a bill on every order. It is a classical physician's root, offered for prescribed, physician-guided use.
Traditional Ayurvedic Importance
Classical texts (Bhavaprakasha Nighantu, under Eranda) describe the root as Madhura (sweet) and Katu (pungent), Ushna (warming), Snigdha, with a Vatahara (Vata-settling), Vatanulomana (Vata-directing), Shothahara (swelling-easing) and Shulahara character. Eranda Mula is one of the classic Vata roots, turned to for the ease of the joints.
Because it directs and settles Vata, Eranda Mula is used within a physician-guided routine and is avoided in pregnancy. The amount and anupana — classically sometimes with warm water or a little castor oil — are chosen by a Vaidya to suit each person.
Key Features
- Pure castor root powder: single-material Ricinus communis root (Eranda Mula), nothing blended in.
- The classical Eranda Mula: the ROOT preparation — distinct from castor oil or the seed.
- Madhura-Katu & Ushna: classically sweet-pungent and warming, a premier Vatahara dravya.
- Vatanulomana tradition: long valued in Ayurveda for settling and directing Vata.
- A joint-comfort classical root: traditionally turned to for Vata-related ease of the joints.
- Genuine, doctor-guided sourcing: bill provided with every pack; a store trusted since 2015.
Research on the Constituents
◆ Researchers carried out a phytochemical evaluation of Eranda Mula (the roots of Ricinus communis) — (Doshi KA et al., 2013 — AYU). PubMed PMID: 24250131
Results were observed under study conditions. Individual results may vary. This is shared for general educational interest and is not a medical claim. Consult your Ayurvedic physician before use.
Ingredients (single-material, label-verified)
| Ingredient | Botanical (part) | Plant Part | Proportion |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eranda Mula (castor root) | Ricinus communis L. (Euphorbiaceae) | Root (Mula) | 100% single material |
Single-material genuine castor root (Ricinus communis root, Eranda Mula) powder. No fillers, colours or preservatives added. This is the ROOT preparation, not the seed or the oil. Confirm details against the physical pack label.
How to Use
As directed by your Ayurvedic physician. A common traditional reference is about 3–5 g of the root powder with warm water, or as classically advised (sometimes with a little castor oil as anupana). The exact quantity and anupan are matched to you by a Vaidya.
Who Can Use It
For adults within a physician-guided Ayurvedic routine. It is avoided in pregnancy and should be used by pregnant women only on a physician's specific advice. Consult a qualified Ayurvedic physician before use if you are lactating, on medication, or managing a health condition. Not for young children except on a physician's advice.
Safety Information
Erandmoola (castor root) is a classical Vatahara root used within a physician-guided routine. It is avoided in pregnancy and should be used only on a physician's specific advice. This is the root, not the seed; use only the amount your physician advises. If you are lactating, on medication, or managing any condition, consult your physician before use. Keep out of reach of children. Results may vary from person to person.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place in an airtight container away from moisture and direct sunlight. Keep the pack tightly closed after each use.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Erandmoola Churna?
It is the root powder of Eranda (castor, Ricinus communis), the classical Eranda Mula — a Madhura-Katu (sweet-pungent), Ushna (warming) Vatahara and Vatanulomana root, distinct from castor oil or the seed.
Is castor root the same as castor seed or castor oil?
No. This is Eranda Mula, the ROOT. The castor SEED contains ricin and is not used this way, and castor oil is a separate preparation. This product is the classical root powder.
What are the alternate names of Eranda?
Eranda, Gandharvahasta or Panchangula (Sanskrit), Arand or Rendi (Hindi), Erando or Divelo (Gujarati), Amanakku (Tamil), Amudamu (Telugu) and Avanakku (Malayalam); in English castor. Botanically Ricinus communis.
What are its classical properties?
The Bhavaprakasha Nighantu (Eranda) describes the root as Madhura (sweet) and Katu (pungent), Ushna (warming), Snigdha, Vatahara, Vatanulomana, Shothahara (swelling-easing) and Shulahara.
How is it traditionally used?
Classically about 3–5 g of the root powder with warm water, or as advised (sometimes with a little castor oil as anupana), under your Ayurvedic physician's guidance.
Is this AYUSH- or GMP-made?
This is a raw single-herb root powder in Riddhish Herbals' own pack. Any AYUSH or GMP mark would appear on the physical pack — we state such marks only where verified on the pack.
Can pregnant women use it?
It is avoided in pregnancy and should be used by pregnant women only on a qualified physician's specific advice, as castor is a strongly Vata-directing dravya.
Has Ricinus communis root been studied scientifically?
Yes — researchers have carried out a phytochemical evaluation of Eranda Mula, the roots of Ricinus communis (Doshi KA et al., 2013, AYU). This is shared for general educational interest, not as a medical claim.
How should I store Erandmoola Churna?
Keep it in a cool, dry, airtight container away from moisture and sunlight, and use a clean, dry spoon.
Regional Names & Spelling Variants
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Local / common | Erando / Divelo (એરંડો / अरंड) |
| Sanskrit | Eranda, Gandharvahasta, Panchangula (एरण्ड) |
| Hindi | Arand, Rendi, Erandi (अरंड / रेंड़ी) |
| Gujarati | Erando, Divelo (એરંડો) |
| Marathi | Erand (एरंड) |
| Bengali | Bherenda (ভেরেন্ডা) |
| Tamil | Amanakku (ஆமணக்கு) |
| Telugu | Amudamu (ఆముదము) |
| Kannada | Haralu (ಹರಳು) |
| Malayalam | Avanakku (ആവണക്ക്) |
| English + Botanical | Castor — Ricinus communis L. (Euphorbiaceae) — root |
| Search variants | erandmoola, eranda mula, erand mool, castor root, ricinus communis root, erando mool, arand mool, erandmool churna |
| Common misspellings | erandmool churna, eranda moola, erand mul, ricinus communis root powder, arandmool |
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