Gavedhuka
Introduction of Gavedhuka: (Introduction of Gavedhuka)
Gavedhuka What is it? (What is Gavedhuka?)
Generally people are unaware of the name of Gavedhuka. But its another name is Vaijanti. This name is quite popular everywhere. This is a plant which has got the status of a medicine in Ayurveda. Diseases are cured by consuming it in various ways.
It is considered sacred. It is easily found in almost every place in India. Today we will learn about all the benefits of it. Apart from this, we will discuss its properties. So let us introduce you to the benefits of consuming this medicine.
External appearance (morphology) (Gavedhuka of creation)
This medium sized plant can grow up to two meters in height. Its leaves are long like spears and are pointed at the front. Its pear shaped fruits are somewhat blue in color. Its fruits and flowers appear between October to February.
Nutrients found in Gavadhuka (Nutritional facts about cow)
- Protein
- Carbohydrates
- Calcium
- Phosphorus
- Oleic acid etc.

Gavedhuka common names
Botanical name (Botanical Name | Coix lacryma |
English (English) | Adlay Jobs Tears |
Hindi (Hindi) | Garhedua, Gurlu, Kasso, Garhedua, Shankhru, Gandula, Vaijanti |
Sanskrit (Sanskrit) | Gavedhuka, Gavedhu, Gavedhuka |
Other (Others) | Kodibej (Kannada) Kasai (Gujarati) Sankalu (Punjabi) Ranjodhaala (Marathi) Bhirkole (Nepali) |
Total (Family) | Biology:Poaceae |
Ayurvedic properties of Gavedhuka Religion (Gavedhuka ayurvedic properties of
Shortcoming (Dosha) | pacifies cough and pitta |
Juice (Taste) | bitter (pungent) |
Property (Qualities) | Laghu (light), Ruksha (dry) |
Semen (Potency) | hot |
Vipak(Post Digestion Effect) | pungent |
Other (Others) | analgesic, diuretic, antipyretic |

Medicinal benefits and uses of Gavedhuka (Gavedhuka) its benefits and uses)
Consumption of Gavedhuka removes the deficiency of blood (Gavedhuka for anemia)
- Sometimes excessive bleeding occurs during menstruation or due to any injury. Which further causes blood loss in the body. In such a situation, if the juice of the leaves of this plant is consumed, then blood loss is cured and health remains healthy.
in case of knots
- Lumps in the body are not formed only due to cancer. That is, not every lump in the body is cancer. For normal types of lumps, you can use its leaves and its juice under the guidance of a doctor.
Get rid of obesity (Gavedhuka for obesity)
- Make a porridge of Gavedhuka seeds and add honey to it. Eating this will reduce obesity.
- Apart from this, you can also eat roti made from flour made from it. Doing this will also keep obesity under control.
relieves menstrual disorders (Gavedhuka for menstrual problems)
- If you have to face severe pain during menstruation. Also, if there is any obstruction in menstruation, then you should drink a decoction of the root of this medicine. This solves all the problems related to menstruation.
Beneficial in urinary diseases (Gavedhuka for urinary disease)
- If you are suffering from urinary problems and kidney stones, then decoction of the root of this herb will be best for you. This will not only cure the urinary problems but will also dissolve the stones and they will come out of the urinary tract.
In case of vomiting (Gavedhuka for vomit)
- Make powder of the root of this medicine and keep it in water for one night. Get up early in the morning and mash the powder well. Now filter it and drink the water. By doing this, vomiting caused due to aggravated bile is relieved.
- Apart from this, drinking Giloy mixed with the root decoction is also beneficial.
In cough (Gavedhuka for cough)
- One should make a decoction of the Panchang of Gavedhuka and drink it for cough. This provides quick relief from cough.
In case of swelling (Gavedhuka for swelling)
- In case of any kind of swelling in the body, consuming the fruit of this medicine is the best remedy. Its consumption relieves the swelling very quickly.
in gonorrhea
- Drinking a decoction of its panchang can be beneficial in gonorrhea. Apart from this, consuming its fruit is also very beneficial in gonorrhea.
In fever or fever (Gavedhuka for fever)
- Eating its fruits is beneficial in both intermittent and normal fever. If you are also troubled by recurring fever, then you must consume this fruit.
In joint pain and swelling (Gavedhuka for joint pain)
- In case of joint pain caused due to old age or any other reason, one should make a decoction of its panchang and wash the joints. Along with this, consumption of the fruit of this medicine is also beneficial in swelling and pain.
Useful parts (parts) (Important parts of Gavedhuka)
- Root
- leaf
- Almanac
Dosage of Gavedhuka
- Powder- 5-6 grams
- decoction – 50-60ml