Gandaki (Solanum Nigrum) is a versatile herb in Ayurveda, used to treat various health conditions, including:
1. Skin diseases and ulcers (juice of the plant)
2. Asthma and excessive thirst (fruits)
3. Tuberculosis (traditional use)
4. Mouth ulcers (leaves)
5. Liver-related ailments, including jaundice (boiled extracts of leaves and berries)
6. Whooping cough and asthma (juice from roots)
The plant is known by different names in various regions, including:
1. Peddakasha pandla koora (Telangana)
2. Manathakkali keerai (Tamil Nadu)
3. Kaage soppu (Karnataka)
Gandaki is a valuable herb in Ayurvedic medicine, offering various health benefits and uses. Consult an Ayurvedic doctor or practitioner for proper guidance on using Gandaki for specific health conditions.