Benefits of Erandmool (Castor oil plant) Ayurvedic Herb

February 01, 2022

Introduction of Erandmool (Castor oil plant)

Erand Mool is a perennial flowering plant that belongs to the Euphorbiaceae family. The oil made from the herb has been popularly used to cure muscle and joint pains. It has been used to prevent various neurological disorders. Erandmool can pacify aggravated Vata and Kapha dosha.

Botanical Name Ricinus communis
Useful Parts Seeds, root, oil, and leaves.
Names in Different Languages English: Castor oil plant.
Hindi: Arandi.
Malayalam: Chittamankku.
Bengali: Veranda.
Manipuri: Kege.
Kannada: Ouldla.
Tamil: Amanakku.
Sanskrit: Arand.

Health benefits of Erandmool (Castor oil plant)

Various body ailments can be effectively prevented with erand mool.

  • Treated Sciatica and Backache

    The administration of erand mool root juice helps relieve the pain associated with sciatica and backache.

  • Treats jaundice

    Administration of tender castor leaf paste is very effective in treating jaundice.

  • Cures muscular swelling

    The external application of a paste made from matured leaves of erand mool decreases muscle swelling and pains.

  • Manage pain related to gout and arthritis

    The application of the erand mool leaf smeared with sesame oil helps to relieve the pain and inflammation associated with gout and arthritis.

  • Treatment of worm infestation

    The consumption of castor oil with Palasa seed powder on an empty stomach prevents worm infestations.

  • Treatment of cough and dysphonia

    The expectorant property of erand mool helps relieve cough and dysphonia naturally.

  • Controls blood sugar levels

    The diuretic property of erand mool helps control blood sugar levels. .

Summary: Erand mool helps treat various ailments such as coughs, dysphonia, blood sugar levels, worm infestations, jaundice, muscular swelling, sciatica, and backaches.

Medicines made from Erandmool (Castor oil plant)

1. Eranda Pak.
2. Maharasnadi Kashayam.
3. Chaturmukha das.
4. Gandharvahastadi kashayam.