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Kaucha Churna (Kapikacchu / Mucuna Pruriens Seed) | Riddhish Herbals | 100g
Kaucha Churna (Kapikacchu / Mucuna Pruriens Seed) | Riddhish Herbals | 100g
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Kaucha Churna (कौचा चूर्ण) by Riddhish Herbals is a single-herb Ayurvedic powder of Mucuna pruriens (Seed), 100%, in a 100 g pack. Known in Sanskrit as Kapikacchu or Atmagupta and in everyday speech as Kaunch Beej or velvet bean, it is classed in Ayurveda as a Balya (strengthening) and Brimhana (nourishing) herb that pacifies Vata, traditionally used for strength and vitality. Dose: As directed by the Ayurvedic physician. Supplied by Riddhish Herbals, Gujarat’s Ayurvedic store since 2015, with a bill on every order.
About Kaucha and Its Traditional Ayurvedic Importance
Kaucha, Kaunch or Kevanch is the everyday name across Gujarat and North India for Mucuna pruriens, a climbing legume whose velvety pods hold smooth, bean-like seeds. In Sanskrit it is Kapikacchu or Atmagupta, and it has several other classical names, including Markati and Svayamgupta. Kaucha Churna is the seed of this plant, ground into a fine powder.
Bhavaprakasha Nighantu describes Kapikacchu in the Guduchyadi Varga. Its classical properties are summarised below:
- Rasa (taste): Madhura (sweet), Tikta (bitter).
- Guna (qualities): Guru (heavy), Snigdha (unctuous).
- Virya (potency): Ushna (warm).
- Vipaka (post-digestive effect): Madhura (sweet).
- Dosha: traditionally regarded as pacifying Vata.
- Karma (traditional actions): Balya (strengthening), Brimhana (nourishing), Vrishya and Vatahara.
Because it is heavy, unctuous and sweet, Ayurveda reads Kapikacchu as a nourishing, building herb, the opposite of the light and drying herbs used for Kapha. That is why it sits naturally beside Ashwagandha, Shatavari, Safed Musli and Gokshur in traditional strength and vitality routines, and why it is so often taken with warm milk and a little ghee, vehicles that share its nourishing character.
Key Features
- Single herb, 100%: Mucuna pruriens (Seed), 100%, nothing else added to the formula.
- Seed powder: Kaucha Churna is the seed of the plant, finely ground into churna.
- Classical Balya herb: described in Bhavaprakasha Nighantu as Balya (strengthening) and Brimhana (nourishing).
- Vata-pacifying: Madhura in taste, Guru and Snigdha in quality and Ushna in potency, a classical Vatahara profile.
- Strength and vitality: a traditional companion to Ashwagandha, Shatavari and Gokshur in daily vitality routines.
- Traditional with warm milk: usually taken with warm milk, sometimes with a little ghee, or with warm water.
- Riddhish Herbals own brand: manufactured by Panchamrut Herbals, a GMP-, ISO 9001:2015- and HACCP-certified manufacturer, Mfg. Lic. No. GA/1762.
- Genuine and billed: 100 g pack, supplied by Riddhish Herbals since 2015, with a bill on every order and pan-India delivery.
Composition (each pack contains)
Kaucha Churna is a single-herb seed powder. Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Botanical name | Part | Quantity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kaucha (Kapikacchu) | Mucuna pruriens | Seed | 100% |
Pack: 100 g · Form: Powder (churna) · Mfg. Lic. No.: GA/1762 · Manufactured by Panchamrut Herbals. Marketed by Riddhish Herbals. Product of India.
How to Use
Dose: As directed by the Ayurvedic physician.
In traditional practice, Kapikacchu seed powder is stirred into warm milk, sometimes with a little ghee, which suits its nourishing, Vata-pacifying nature. It may also be taken with warm water. It is often used alongside other Balya herbs such as Ashwagandha or Shatavari. Your physician will set the quantity, timing and vehicle that suit you.
Safety, Storage & Pack Information
Use under the guidance of a qualified Ayurvedic physician. Consult your physician before use, especially if you are pregnant, lactating, taking any medication, or managing any medical condition. Kapikacchu is a heavy, nourishing herb, so take only the quantity your physician advises, and stop use and seek advice if any discomfort occurs. For children, use only as directed by a physician. Keep out of reach of children. Results may vary from person to person.
Storage: Store in a cool and dry place. Protect from direct sunlight. Close the pack well after each use.
Pack: 100 g. Check the batch number, manufacturing date and expiry date on your pack before use.
Ingredient Names in Hindi, Gujarati and Sanskrit
| Ingredient | Hindi | Gujarati | Sanskrit | English — Botanical |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kaucha | कौंच, केवांच (Kaunch, Kevanch) | કૌચા (Kaucha) | कपिकच्छु, आत्मगुप्ता (Kapikacchu, Atmagupta) | Velvet bean, cowhage — Mucuna pruriens |
Also searched as: Kaucha Powder, Kauncha Churna, Kaunch Churna, Kaunch Beej Powder, Kaunch Beej Churna, Konch Beej Powder, Kavach Beej Churna, Kevanch Powder, Kiwach Powder, Kapikacchu Churna, Kapikachhu Powder, Kapikacchhu Churna, Atmagupta Churna, Mucuna pruriens Seed Powder, Velvet Bean Powder, Cowhage Seed Powder.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kaucha Churna?
Kaucha Churna (कौचा चूर्ण) by Riddhish Herbals is a single-herb Ayurvedic powder of the seed of Mucuna pruriens, 100%, in a 100 g pack. The herb is known in Sanskrit as Kapikacchu or Atmagupta and in everyday speech as Kaunch Beej or velvet bean. In Ayurveda it is classed as a Balya (strengthening) and Brimhana (nourishing) herb that pacifies Vata, and it is traditionally used for strength and vitality.
What does this pack contain?
Ingredients: Mucuna pruriens (Seed), 100%. Net weight: 100 g.
How do I take Kaucha Churna?
Dose: As directed by the Ayurvedic physician. In traditional practice, Kapikacchu seed powder is taken with warm milk, sometimes with a little ghee, or with warm water. Your physician will set the quantity, timing and vehicle that suit you.
How is Kapikacchu described in classical Ayurveda?
Bhavaprakasha Nighantu (Guduchyadi Varga) describes Kapikacchu, also called Atmagupta, as Madhura (sweet) and Tikta (bitter) in taste and Guru (heavy) in quality. It is generally described as Ushna (warm) in potency and Madhura (sweet) in post-digestive effect. Its traditional actions are Balya (strengthening), Brimhana (nourishing), Vrishya and Vatahara (pacifying Vata).
Are Kaucha, Kaunch Beej and Kapikacchu the same herb?
Yes. Kaucha, Kaunch, Kevanch, Kaunch Beej, Kapikacchu and Atmagupta are all names for the same plant, Mucuna pruriens, the velvet bean. Kaucha Churna is its seed in powder form.
Can I take Kaucha Churna during pregnancy, while breastfeeding or with other medicines?
Please consult your physician before use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any medication, or managing any medical condition, and use it only under their guidance. For children, use only as directed by a physician.
Who manufactures and markets this Kaucha Churna?
Manufactured by Panchamrut Herbals (Mfg. Lic. No. GA/1762). Marketed by Riddhish Herbals, Khambhalia, Gujarat.
Is this product GMP certified?
Panchamrut Herbals, the manufacturer of this product, holds GMP, ISO 9001:2015 and HACCP certification. Good manufacturing practice (GMP) relates to how the product is made; these are not claims about any medical outcome.
How do I know this is the genuine pack?
A genuine pack has the Riddhish Herbals logo, the name Kaucha Churna with कौचा चूर्ण in Hindi, Mucuna pruriens (Seed) 100%, Mfg. Lic. No. GA/1762, a 100 gm net weight, and its own batch number, manufacturing date and expiry date. Every order from Riddhish Herbals ships with a proper bill, and our team can help you confirm the pack you received.
What are the other names of Kaucha?
Kaucha is also written Kauncha, Kaunch, Konch or Kavach. It is called Kaunch or Kevanch (कौंच, केवांच) in Hindi, Kaucha (કૌચા) in Gujarati, Kapikacchu and Atmagupta (कपिकच्छु, आत्मगुप्ता) in Sanskrit, Kuhili in Marathi, Alkushi in Bengali, Poonaikkali in Tamil and Durada Gondi in Telugu. In English it is the velvet bean or cowhage, and its botanical name is Mucuna pruriens.
How should I store Kaucha Churna?
Store in a cool and dry place. Protect from direct sunlight. Close the pack well after each use and use a clean, dry spoon, so the powder stays dry.
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About Riddhish Herbals
Manufactured by Panchamrut Herbals. Marketed by Riddhish Herbals. Riddhish Herbals has supplied genuine Ayurvedic products across India since 2015. This is a traditional Ayurvedic product; information on this page is educational and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.
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