Bitter Apple, Indravaruni (Citrullus colocynthis) - A Medicinal Fruit with Lots of Health Benefits

Bitter Apple / Indravaruni (Citrullus colocynthis) - A Medicinal Fruit with Lots of Health Benefits

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🌿 Bitter Apple (Indravaruni)
Bitter Apple (scientific name: Citrullus colocynthis), also known as Indravaruni or Indrayan, belongs to the Cucurbitaceae family. It is a highly potent medicinal plant with strong therapeutic properties and is antipoisonous in nature. Bitter Apple is commonly found in tropical climates like Punjab, Rajasthan, and dry regions of India, growing up to 1500 meters above sea level.

🌿 Types & Regional Names:
Common Names: Bitter Apple, Desert Gourd
Sanskrit Names: Indravaruni, Indravallari, Pitta Pushpi
Family: Cucurbitaceae

🌱 Ayurvedic Properties:
Rasa (Taste): Tikta (Bitter)
Guna (Qualities): Laghu (Light), Ruksha (Dry), Teekshna (Sharp)
Veerya (Potency): Ushna (Hot)
Vipaka (Post-digestion Effect): Katu (Pungent)
Karma (Action): Virechak (Strong Purgative)

Phytoconstituents:
✔️ Rich in anti-inflammatory compounds
✔️ Boosts digestion and stimulates digestive fire (Agni)

💊 Therapeutic Actions:
🌿 Improves digestion
🌿 Removes toxins from the body
🌿 Reduces inflammation
🌿 Enhances metabolic strength

🏥 Clinical Uses of Bitter Apple:
Chronic Constipation
Ascites (fluid accumulation)
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Skin Disorders
Liver & Spleen Disorders
Diabetes Support
Fungal Infections
Wound Healing

🌿 Methods of Usage:

Leaves Oil / Juice: Applied as a paste for skin issues.
Juice or Decoction: Used in controlled medicinal doses.
External Application: For fungal infections and wounds.

⚠️ Important Note: Bitter Apple should not be consumed raw without proper Ayurvedic guidance due to its potent purgative and antipoisonous properties.

🌿 Planet Ayurveda Formulations Containing Bitter Apple:
Bitter Apple is used in various classical and proprietary formulations at Planet Ayurveda, including:
Abhayaarishta
Lodhrasava
Maha Manjisthadi Kwath
Mahakhadir Ghrit
Go Richh Hair Oil

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