It is known as Gunj in Marathi & Gunja in Sanskrit.
Latin Name - Abrus precatorius
Family - Leguminosae
Properties -
Rasa - Tikta, katu,kashaya
Virya - Ushna
Vipaka - Katu
Guna - Laghu, ruksha,tikshna
Chemical Constituents - Abrin , Abarnin
Parts Used - Seeds , leaves , root
USES -
1.Garbh Nirodhak ( acts as contraceptive).
In rutukala -beejchurna is used twice a day.
2. Garbhashayottejak (stimulates uterine contractions)
Roots are used for this.
Note - this post is for educational purposes only.
Ref- Ayurveda textbooks.
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