Common Name: Kandankathiri
Botanical Name: Solanum xanthocarpum
Family: Solanaceae (Nightshade family)
Plant Part Used: Whole plant – fruits, leaves, roots, and stems
Form Available:
Fresh or dried plant
Powder
Decoction (Kashayam)
Capsules or tablets
Taste (Rasa): Bitter and pungent
Energy (Virya): Heating
Post-digestive effect (Vipaka): Pungent
Appearance: Small, round, green or yellowish-green berries with thorns on stems and leaves
Powerful expectorant – clears phlegm and congestion
Used in treating asthma, bronchitis, cold, cough, and sinusitis
Included in formulations like “Kandankathiri Legiyam”
Reduces inflammation in joints and muscles
Beneficial for arthritis, rheumatism, and swelling
Detoxifies the liver and supports kidney function
Used in treating urinary tract infections and gallstones
Helpful in treating eczema, boils, and other skin irritations
Applied topically in paste form
Improves digestion and relieves gas, indigestion, and intestinal worms
Used in febrile conditions, especially in children
Boosts natural immunity
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Tamil | கந்தங்கத்தரி (Kandankathiri) |
| Sanskrit | Kantakari |
| Hindi | Kateli / Bhatkataiya |
| Malayalam | Kandankathiri |
| Kannada | Nelagulla / Kantakari |
| Telugu | Tella mulaka |
| Marathi | Ringani |
| Gujarati | Bhuiringani |
| English | Yellow-berried Nightshade / Indian Nightshade |
Not advised in pregnancy due to its heating and stimulating nature
Should be used under guidance if taken long-term or in high doses
Berries must be used with care – unripe fruits are mildly toxic and must be properly processed
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