Irvvāruḥ
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By M. A. Alwar
Sometimes transliterated as: Irvvaruh, IrvvAruH, Irvvaaruh
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Contents
Gender
Irvvāruḥ can be used in both masculine and feminine forms.
Origin
It can be split as urvva+āru. It belongs to the pṛṣodarādi class.
Synonym
It is called kām̐kuḍa in Hindi.
Characteristics
- Tasty
- Heavy
- Causes indigestion
- Cool
Medicinal Usage As Per Rājavallabha
The ripe fruit provides relief from:
- Fever
- Vomiting
- Thirst
- Fatigue
References
- ↑ As per Amara
- Shabdakalpadrumah by Raja Radhakantdev, Varadaprasada Vasu, Haricarana Vasu