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KamalKakdi Churna (Lotus Stem / Kamal Kakri) – Nelumbo nucifera – Riddhish Herbals – 100g
KamalKakdi Churna (Lotus Stem / Kamal Kakri) – Nelumbo nucifera – Riddhish Herbals – 100g
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KamalKakdi Churna from Riddhish Herbals is pure dried lotus stem powder — Kamal Kakdi (lotus stem / rhizome) of Nelumbo nucifera, the sacred lotus. In classical Ayurveda the lotus stalk (Mrinal / Bisa) is Madhura-Kashaya in Rasa and Sheeta (cooling) in Virya, and is described as Pitta-shamaka, Raktaprasadana (blood-clearing) and Daha-Trishna-prashamana (relieving a sense of heat and thirst). It is used in cooling Pitta-balancing preparations and, cosmetically, in face packs. Each pack is genuine, bill-provided material from a doctor-guided store operating since 2015.
About KamalKakdi Churna (Lotus Stem)
Kamal Kakdi — the crisp stem / rhizome of the sacred lotus, Nelumbo nucifera — is a familiar Indian ingredient, eaten as a vegetable (bhein / kamal kakri / nadru) and used in classical cooling preparations. KamalKakdi Churna is that dried lotus stem ground fine into a clean powder.
Riddhish Herbals supplies it as single-material lotus stem powder under our doctor-guided selection standard, with a bill on every order. It sits within cooling, Pitta-balancing routines chosen by a Vaidya. (See also our Kamal Churna — the lotus flower from the same plant.)
Traditional Ayurvedic Importance
Classical texts describe the lotus stalk (Mrinal, Bisa) as Madhura and Kashaya in Rasa, Guru and Snigdha in Guna, and Sheeta in Virya, with a Pitta-shamaka, Raktaprasadana and Daha-Trishna-prashamana character. It is a classic cooling dravya, valued in soothing, complexion-care and Pitta-balancing routines.
Every part of the lotus — flower, seed, stem and rhizome — carries its own traditional value. The stem (Kamal Kakdi) has long been used both as a cooling food and within Pitta-balancing preparations chosen by a physician.
Key Features
- Pure dried lotus stem powder (Kamal Kakdi): the ground stem / rhizome of Nelumbo nucifera — the sacred lotus.
- Classical Sheeta & Madhura: classically a cooling, sweet stem valued in Pitta-balancing routines.
- Raktaprasadana & Pitta-shamaka: traditionally described as blood-clearing and Pitta-soothing.
- Daha- & Trishna-prashamana: classically valued for relieving a sense of heat and thirst.
- Clean single material: no colours, flavours or preservatives added.
- Genuine, doctor-guided sourcing: bill provided with every pack; a store trusted since 2015.
Research on the Constituents
◆ Researchers reviewed the chemical profiling of the sacred lotus, Nelumbo nucifera, cataloguing compounds across its different plant parts — (Sharma BR et al., 2017 — Phytotherapy Research). PubMed PMID: 27667670
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kamal Kakdi (lotus stem) | Nelumbo nucifera Gaertn. (Nelumbonaceae) | Dried stem / rhizome, ground | 100% single material |
Single-material pure lotus stem powder (Nelumbo nucifera, Kamal Kakdi). No fillers, colours or preservatives added. This is the lotus stem / rhizome (not the seed, which is Kamal Gatta / Kamal Beej, and not the flower, which is Kamal). Please confirm the plant part against the physical pack label before finalising.
How to Use
Internal: as directed by your Ayurvedic physician — generally a small amount (about 1–2 g) with warm water or milk, with the amount and anupan matched to you by a Vaidya. Cosmetic (external): mix a little into a face pack (lepa) with rose water or milk and rinse off after it dries.
Who Can Use It
Suitable for general use by adults as a cooling classical dravya; for regular internal use, follow a qualified Ayurvedic physician’s guidance. Do a small patch test before any new face pack. In pregnancy, lactation, or if managing any condition, seek advice before internal use. Keep out of reach of children.
Safety Information
Kamal Kakdi (lotus stem) is a gentle, cooling classical dravya also eaten as a food. Do a small skin patch test before using a new face pack. Follow a physician’s advice for regular internal use, particularly in pregnancy, lactation, or if you are on medication or managing any condition. 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, heat and direct sunlight. Keep the pack tightly closed after each use.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is KamalKakdi Churna?
It is pure dried lotus stem powder — the ground stem / rhizome (Kamal Kakdi) of Nelumbo nucifera, the sacred lotus. It is a classical Sheeta (cooling), Madhura, Pitta-shamaka dravya.
What is the difference between Kamal Kakdi, Kamal Gatta and Kamal?
All come from the same plant, Nelumbo nucifera. Kamal Kakdi (this product) is the lotus stem / rhizome; Kamal Gatta or Kamal Beej is the lotus seed; and Kamal (Padma) is the lotus flower. They are different plant parts with different traditional uses.
What are the alternate names of Kamal Kakdi?
Mrinal, Bisa or Padmanala (Sanskrit for the lotus stalk), Kamal Kakri or Bhein (Hindi), Kamal Kakdi (Gujarati). In English it is Lotus Stem, Lotus Rhizome or Lotus Root; botanically Nelumbo nucifera.
What are its classical properties?
Classical texts describe the lotus stalk (Mrinal, Bisa) as Madhura-Kashaya in Rasa, Guru-Snigdha in Guna and Sheeta in Virya, and as Pitta-shamaka, Raktaprasadana and Daha-Trishna-prashamana (relieving heat and thirst).
How is KamalKakdi Churna used?
Internally, a small amount with warm water or milk as advised by a physician, who sets the amount and anupan. It is also used externally in cooling face packs. Lotus stem is additionally eaten as a vegetable.
Is this AYUSH- or GMP-made?
This is a raw single material 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.
Is it the same as lotus seed powder?
No. Kamal Kakdi is the lotus stem / rhizome. Lotus seed powder is a different product (Kamal Gatta / Kamal Beej / Padma Beej). If you specifically need the seed, choose a listing named for the seed.
Has Nelumbo nucifera been studied scientifically?
Yes — researchers have reviewed the chemical profiling of the sacred lotus, Nelumbo nucifera, across its plant parts (Sharma BR et al., 2017, Phytotherapy Research). This is shared for general educational interest, not as a medical claim.
How should I store KamalKakdi Churna?
Keep it in a cool, dry, airtight container away from moisture, heat and sunlight, and close the pack tightly after use.
Regional Names & Spelling Variants
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Local / common | Kamal Kakdi / Kamal Kakri (કમળ કાકડી) |
| Sanskrit | Mrinal, Bisa, Padmanala (मृणाल, बिस) |
| Hindi | Kamal Kakri, Bhein (कमल ककड़ी, भें) |
| Gujarati | Kamal Kakdi (કમળ કાકડી) |
| Marathi | Kamal Kakdi (कमळ काकडी) |
| Bengali | Padma-nal, Motha (romanised) |
| Tamil | Thamarai thandu (romanised) |
| Telugu | Thamara kada (romanised) |
| Kannada | Thavare dantu (romanised) |
| Malayalam | Thamara thandu (romanised) |
| English + Botanical | Lotus Stem / Lotus Rhizome / Lotus Root — Nelumbo nucifera Gaertn. (Nelumbonaceae) — dried stem / rhizome |
| Search variants | kamalkakdi churna, kamal kakdi, kamal kakri, lotus stem, lotus stem powder, lotus rhizome, lotus root, mrinal, bisa, nelumbo nucifera, bhein |
| Common misspellings | kamal kakadi, kamalkakadi churna, kamal kakdee, kamal kakari, lotus stam, nelumbo nucifera stem, kammal kakdi |
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