ARANDI BEEJ (RICINUS COMMUNIS)|CASTOR SEEDS|BEEJ ARANDI|ERAND SEEDS

Arandi Beej, also known as Eranda in Ayurveda and Castor Seeds in English, are the seeds of the Ricinus Communis plant. According to Bhavaprakasha Nighantu, Arandi is classified under Katu-tikta rasa (pungent-bitter), Ushna veerya (hot potency), and Kaphavatahara—meaning it is highly effective in balancing Vata and Kapha doshas.

Key Ayurvedic Properties (as per Bhavaprakasha):

• Rasa (Taste): Katu (Pungent), Tikta (Bitter)

• Guna (Quality): Snigdha (Unctuous), Guru (Heavy)

• Veerya (Potency): Ushna (Hot)

• Vipaka (Post-digestive effect): Katu (Pungent)

• Effect on Doshas: Pacifies Vata and Kapha

Health Benefits:

• Acts as a powerful purgative (Virechana karma)

• Supports relief in joint pain, arthritis, and inflammation

• Beneficial in digestive issues like constipation

• Used externally in Abhyanga (therapeutic oil massage) when processed into castor oil

• Traditionally used in formulations for skin diseases and piles

Usage (Traditional):
Often used in powdered form, decoctions, or processed into Eranda Taila (castor oil) for internal and external applications. Use under guidance of a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner.

To be consumed as par guidance of Vaidya or doctor