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Kala Mari Churna (Black Pepper / Maricha) – Piper nigrum – Riddhish Herbals – 100g
Kala Mari Churna (Black Pepper / Maricha) – Piper nigrum – Riddhish Herbals – 100g
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Kala Mari Churna from Riddhish Herbals is pure black pepper powder — Kala Mari (Maricha), the ground dried fruit of Piper nigrum, one of India's most-used everyday spices and the classical Ayurvedic Maricha. Classically it is Katu (pungent) in Rasa, Laghu and Tikshna in Guna and Ushna in Virya, and is described as Deepana (digestion-kindling), Pachana (digestive), Krimighna, Kaphahara and Vatahara. Pepper is naturally rich in piperine and aromatic oils, and is used in daily cooking and classical formulations. Each pack is genuine, bill-provided material from a doctor-guided store operating since 2015.
About Kala Mari Churna (Black Pepper)
Kala Mari — Kali Mirch, black pepper, Maricha, Piper nigrum — is one of the cornerstone spices of the Indian kitchen and one of the most frequently named warming aromatics in classical Ayurveda. Kala Mari Churna is simply the dried peppercorn ground fine for everyday use.
Riddhish Herbals supplies it as clean single-material black pepper powder under our doctor-guided selection standard, with a bill on every order. It goes into dals, sabzis, soups, chaas, kadha and spice blends; in Ayurvedic use it is a classic member of Trikatu, and the amount and anupan are chosen by a Vaidya.
Traditional Ayurvedic Importance
Classical texts describe Maricha (black pepper) as Katu in Rasa, Laghu and Tikshna in Guna, Ushna in Virya and Katu in Vipaka, with a Deepana (digestion-kindling), Pachana (digestive), Krimighna, Kaphahara and Vatahara character. It is one of the three spices of Trikatu and a classic warming digestive aromatic.
Black pepper is naturally pungent and warming, rich in piperine and pepper essential oils, and is a familiar everyday spice in every Indian kitchen. Taken as a normal culinary ingredient it suits most people; the amount can be adjusted to taste or to a physician’s advice.
Key Features
- Pure black pepper powder (Kala Mari / Maricha): freshly ground black peppercorns (Piper nigrum) — nothing blended in.
- Classical Deepana & Pachana: traditionally valued as a digestion-kindling, digestive aromatic spice.
- Ushna & Kaphahara: classically warming and Kapha-clearing — standard, lawful culinary trade properties.
- Everyday kitchen staple: the pepper of dals, sabzis, soups, chaas, kadha and spice blends.
- Naturally pungent: its warmth and aroma come from natural piperine and pepper essential oils.
- Genuine, doctor-guided sourcing: bill provided with every pack; a store trusted since 2015.
Research on the Constituents
◆ Researchers analysed the essential-oil composition of black pepper fruits, Piper nigrum, across different ripening states — (Orav A et al., 2004 — Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry). PubMed PMID: 15113161
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)
| Ingredient | Botanical (part) | Plant Part | Proportion |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kala Mari / Maricha (black pepper) | Piper nigrum L. (Piperaceae) | Dried fruit (peppercorn), ground | 100% single material |
Single-material pure black pepper powder (Piper nigrum, Kala Mari / Maricha). No fillers, colours, flavours or preservatives added. This is ground black peppercorn. Confirm details against the physical pack label.
How to Use
Culinary: add to dals, sabzis, soups, chaas, kadha and spice blends as a daily warming spice; a pinch in warm water or honey is a common home use. Ayurvedic: as directed by your Ayurvedic physician — classically it is a member of Trikatu, and the amount and anupan are matched to you by a Vaidya.
Who Can Use It
Suitable for general daily use by adults and families as a normal culinary spice. In pregnancy, lactation, or if you are managing a health condition, keep to normal food amounts and seek advice before using concentrated or medicinal quantities. Those with a sensitive stomach or acidity may prefer smaller amounts.
Safety Information
Kala Mari is an everyday culinary spice used safely in normal cooking amounts across Indian kitchens. Use concentrated or medicinal amounts only on a physician’s advice, particularly in pregnancy, lactation, or if you are on medication or managing any condition. Keep out of reach of young children as a loose powder. Results may vary from person to person.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place in an airtight container away from moisture, heat and direct sunlight to preserve the aroma and pungency. Keep the pack tightly closed after each use.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kala Mari Churna?
It is pure black pepper powder — ground Kala Mari (Maricha, Piper nigrum), a classical Ayurvedic Deepana-Pachana warming spice and an everyday Indian kitchen staple.
How do I use Kala Mari Churna?
Add it to dals, sabzis, soups, chaas, kadha and spice blends, or take a pinch in warm water or honey as a common home use. For medicinal use, follow your Ayurvedic physician’s guidance.
What are the alternate names of Kala Mari?
Maricha or Krishna (Sanskrit), Kali Mirch (Hindi), Kali Mari (Gujarati), Kali Miri (Marathi), Golmorich (Bengali). In English it is Black Pepper; botanically Piper nigrum.
What are its classical properties?
Classical texts describe Maricha as Katu in Rasa, Laghu-Tikshna in Guna, Ushna in Virya and Katu in Vipaka, and as Deepana, Pachana, Krimighna, Kaphahara and Vatahara.
What is Trikatu?
Trikatu is the classical trio of three pungent spices — Maricha (black pepper), Pippali (long pepper) and Shunthi (dry ginger). Black pepper is one of its three members.
Is this AYUSH- or GMP-made?
This is a raw single spice 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 I take it every day?
Yes — black pepper is a classical daily spice. Use it in normal culinary amounts; if you have acidity or a sensitive stomach, keep to smaller amounts.
Has Piper nigrum been studied scientifically?
Yes — researchers have analysed the essential-oil composition of black pepper fruits, Piper nigrum (Orav A et al., 2004, Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry). This is shared for general educational interest, not as a medical claim.
How should I store Kala Mari Churna?
Keep it in a cool, dry, airtight container away from moisture, heat and sunlight, and close the pack tightly after use to preserve the aroma and pungency.
Regional Names & Spelling Variants
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Local / common | Kala Mari / Kali Mari (કાળી મરી) |
| Sanskrit | Maricha, Krishna (मरिच) |
| Hindi | Kali Mirch (काली मિर્ચ) |
| Gujarati | Kali Mari, Mari (કાળી મરી) |
| Marathi | Kali Miri (काळी मिरी) |
| Bengali | Golmorich (গোলমরিচ) |
| Tamil | Milagu (romanised) |
| Telugu | Miriyalu (romanised) |
| Kannada | Menasu, Karimenasu (romanised) |
| Malayalam | Kurumulaku (romanised) |
| English + Botanical | Black Pepper — Piper nigrum L. (Piperaceae) — dried fruit (peppercorn) |
| Search variants | kala mari churna, kali mari, kali mirch, kali mirch powder, black pepper, black pepper powder, maricha, piper nigrum, gol mari, mari powder |
| Common misspellings | kala mari churn, kali miri, kalimirch, kala mari powder, blackpepper, piper nigrum powder, kaali mari |
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