Kantakari Churna (Bhoringani / Kateli) – Solanum xanthocarpum – Riddhish Herbals – 100g

Reviewed by Dr. Riddhish Padiya — B.Pharm (Ayurveda), M.Pharm (Pharmacognosy), Ph.D. (Dravyaguna), ITRA Jamnagar. Publications under “Padiya RH”.

About Kantakari Churna (Bhoringani)

Kantakari — Bhoringani, Kateli, Solanum xanthocarpum, the yellow-berried nightshade — is one of Ayurveda’s most valued classical herbs and a member of the Dashamoola (specifically the Laghu Panchamoola, the five lesser roots). Kantakari Churna is the dried whole plant ground into a clean powder.

Riddhish Herbals supplies it as single-material Bhoringani powder with a bill on every order. It is chosen within classical Kapha-balancing routines guided by a Vaidya, who matches the amount and the anupan to the individual.

Traditional Ayurvedic Importance

Classical texts describe Kantakari as Katu and Tikta in Rasa, Laghu, Ruksha and Tikshna in Guna, Ushna in Virya and Katu in Vipaka, with a Kaphahara, Kasahara, Shwasahara and Vatanulomana character. It is a recognised Dashamoola dravya, classically valued for Kapha balance and for chest and throat comfort.

As part of the Laghu Panchamoola, Kantakari appears across many classical formulations. Here it is offered as the single-material whole-plant powder, for physician-guided classical use rather than as a claim for any specific modern condition.

Key Features

• Pure Kantakari / Bhoringani powder: the ground whole plant of Solanum xanthocarpum, a classical single herb.
• Classical Dashamoola herb: one of the Laghu Panchamoola (five lesser roots) of the Dashamoola group.
• Kasahara & Shwasahara: classically described as cough-easing and breath-easing in the texts.
• Kaphahara & Deepana: traditionally valued as Kapha-balancing and appetite-kindling.
• Clean single material: no fillers, colours or preservatives added.
• Genuine, doctor-guided sourcing: bill provided with every pack; a store trusted since 2015.

Research on the Constituents

Ingredients (single-material)

Single-material Kantakari powder (Solanum xanthocarpum, Bhoringani) — the dried whole plant. The root is the part classically counted in the Dashamoola. No fillers, colours or preservatives added. Confirm the exact plant part against the physical pack label before finalising.

How to Use

As directed by a qualified Ayurvedic physician. A common traditional guide is a small amount (about 3–5 g) with warm water or honey, though your Vaidya sets the exact amount, anupan and duration to suit you.

Who Can Use It

Suitable for adults within physician-guided classical routines. In pregnancy, lactation, or if you are on medication or managing any health condition, seek advice before use. Keep out of reach of children.

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 Kantakari Churna?

It is pure Kantakari (Bhoringani) powder — the ground whole plant of Solanum xanthocarpum, the yellow-berried nightshade, a classical Dashamoola herb described as Kaphahara and Kasahara.

Why is it also called Bhoringani?

Bhoringani (or Bhonyringani) is the common Gujarati name for Kantakari. In Hindi it is Kateli or Bhatkatiya; all refer to the same herb, Solanum xanthocarpum.

Is Kantakari part of the Dashamoola?

Yes — Kantakari is one of the ten roots of the Dashamoola, specifically within the Laghu Panchamoola (the five lesser roots) group of classical Ayurveda.

What are its classical properties?

Classical texts describe Kantakari as Katu-Tikta in Rasa, Laghu-Ruksha-Tikshna in Guna, Ushna in Virya and Katu in Vipaka, with a Kaphahara, Kasahara, Shwasahara and Vatanulomana character.

Which part of the plant is this?

This churna is the dried whole plant (panchanga) of Solanum xanthocarpum ground into a powder. The root is the part classically counted in the Dashamoola; confirm the exact part on your pack label.

Is this AYUSH- or GMP-made?

This is a raw single herb 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.

What is the traditional way to take it?

Traditionally the powder is taken with warm water or honey, or prepared as a Kwath. Your Ayurvedic physician sets the amount, the anupan and the duration to suit you.

Has Solanum xanthocarpum been studied scientifically?

Yes — researchers have reviewed the phytochemistry and traditional uses of Kantakari, Solanum xanthocarpum (Hasan K et al., 2024, Pharmaceuticals, Basel). This is shared for general educational interest, not as a medical claim.

How should I store Kantakari 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

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