- Region
- Asia
- Origin
- Asia (India)
- Sanskrit
- Karpura haridra
- Traditions
- Ayurveda, Jamu in Indonesia
Asia · Herb · № 476
Curcuma amada
Herb · Asia
Mango ginger
Curcuma amada
Traditionally attributed effects: carminative, cooling, aromatic, bitter, stomachic, astringent, lowers cholesterol; externally for bruises, sprains and skin diseases; purifies the blood.
Safety notes
Traditional use is no proof of effectiveness; if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication or have a medical condition, consult a doctor or pharmacist.
Preparation
Powder 2–4 g; paste externally.
Use in traditions
Described in the Ayurvedic materia medica. Sanskrit name: Karpura haridra. The rhizome smells of green mango. It is pickled in India and used in Indonesia (temu mangga) in jamu for digestive complaints.
Applications
Use by tradition
How different herbal traditions describe this herb. Amounts are traditional guidelines checked for obvious errors; they are not medical advice. For poisonous plants no dosage is given on purpose.
Ayurvedic materia medica
Attributed effects
Carminative, cooling, aromatic, bitter, stomachic, astringent, lowers cholesterol; externally for bruises, sprains and skin diseases; purifies the blood.
Preparation and amount
Powder 2–4 g; paste externally.
- Ways to prepare herbs
- Compress, poultice and pastePowder and kitchen