Karpoora

Latin Name

Cinnamomum camphora

English Name

Camphor tree

Sanskrit Name

Kapoor
(कर्पूर)

Part Used

Camphor (Crystalline substance obtained from wood)
(निर्यास)

Effect on Dosha

Balances all three Doshas

Properties and Uses

It induces salivary secretions and increases blood circulation in mouth. It relieves the foul smell from the mouth due to its aromatic contents. It induces secretion of digestive enzymes and hence acts as an appetizer and digestive. It relieves flatulence by increasing peristalsis. It has stimulating effect on heart. It is an effective cough expectorant and hence used in respiratory disorders like asthma. It has diuretic action and has cooling character. Its ointment is used in wounds. It is mixed with massage oils used in rheumatoid arthritis. It is used as local analgesic agent in toothache.

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