Myths and Religious Uses of Nagkesar in Uttarakhand

Plant Myths, Religious Importance and Traditions in Uttarakhand (Himalaya) - 38

By: Bhishma Kukreti, M.Sc. (Botany) (Mythology, Culture Research Scholar)

Botanical name –Mesua ferrea

Hindi Name – Nagkesar

Sanskrit Name –Nagpushpa, nagkesar

                                           ---Economic benefits –--

Medical uses- Medicines by Nagkesar are used in bleeding disorders as Piles, Menorrhagia, Uterine Bleeding , Epistaxis   etc

Spices -used as spices too

Decoration – Ornamental plant

                   Myths, Religious Uses and Traditions

   According to Hindu astrology, Nagkesar is plant of Ashlesha  Nakshatra. Astrologers suggest ritual performance for Nagkeshar plant for satisfying effects of Ashlesha nakshatra.

            Tantrics also suggest to put Nagkesar seed with other items in a muslin bag ( Tabiz)  and put on hand or neck for wealth and prosperity

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