Kalijiri Powder (225g) | Ayurvedic Herb for Digestion & Healthy Weight
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Kalijiri Powder is milled from the small dark seeds of Centratherum anthelminticum, known in Ayurveda as Somaraji and in English as purple fleabane. Its bitter-pungent taste and warming potency kindle Agni, easing heaviness after meals and supporting a healthy weight. A single-herb powder from wild-harvested Indian seed.
| SKU | Health Concern | Pack Size | Specialty | Brand |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20342 | Healthy Weight Support | 225g | 100% Natural | PRANA AYURVEDA |
Kalijiri Powder is milled from the small dark seeds of Centratherum anthelminticum, called Somaraji or Kalijiri in Ayurvedic practice and known in English as purple fleabane. Indian kitchens have kept the seed for generations for its sharp, bracing character, turning to it for digestive comfort and steady weight. Its Ayurvedic Energetics are Tikta and Katu Rasa (bitter and pungent taste), Ushna Virya (heating potency) and Katu Vipaka, a profile that lifts Kapha and Vata while asking some restraint of Pitta.
Ayurvedic Significance
Ayurvedic texts group Kalijiri with the Deepana-Pachana herbs, those that kindle Agni and help the body finish the work of digestion rather than leave it half done. The bitter-pungent pair scrapes at Ama settled in the Annavaha and Medovaha Srotas, which explains the seed's long association with Medohara, the traditional support of healthy weight. Its warming Virya lifts the heaviness of aggravated Kapha, while the same bitterness turns toward the Rasa and Rakta Dhatus to favour a clear, even complexion. It is a gentle cleansing herb, used in modest quantity.
Key Benefits
- Digestive Comfort — Deepana action encourages appetite and helps meals settle without the heaviness that follows rich or irregular eating.
- Healthy Weight Support — Classical practice counts Kalijiri among the Medohara herbs, working on the Medovaha Srotas alongside sensible diet and movement.
- Gentle Digestive-Tract Cleansing — The bitter principle helps the digestive tract clear lingering residues and stay comfortable, a quality Ayurvedic texts value highly.
- Clear, Even Skin — By keeping Ama from accumulating in the Rasa Dhatu, the seed is traditionally linked with a bright, healthy complexion.
- Kapha Balance — Warming and light, Kalijiri suits those who feel sluggish, damp or slow-moving, particularly through the cooler months.
Ingredients
| Herb Name (Sanskrit) | Botanical Name | Plant Part Used |
|---|---|---|
| Somaraji (Kalijiri) | Centratherum anthelminticum | Seed |
All Prana Ayurveda herbs are sourced from select wild regions of India, where they naturally develop higher concentrations of active constituents.
Suggested Use
The traditional serving is 1 to 2 grams of powder, once or twice daily. Warm water is the usual Anupana, and a little honey softens the pronounced bitterness. Many take it shortly before meals to encourage appetite, and it pairs comfortably with Triphala or Guggulu in weight-conscious routines. For dosage and duration suited to your constitution (Prakriti), consult a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner.
Safety & Certifications
- GMP Certified — Produced in a GMP-certified facility under documented process controls.
- Traditional Preparation — Seeds are cleaned, dried and milled in the classical manner, with nothing added and nothing extracted.
- Authentic Sourcing — Botanically identified raw material gathered from its established growing regions.
- Strict Quality Standards — Each batch is checked for identity, purity and microbial safety before packing.
- Vegan — Contains plant material only.
- Non-GMO — Prepared from non-genetically-modified botanical sources.
- Sustainably Sourced — Harvested with regard for the long-term health of the collection areas.
- No Artificial Colours, Flavours or Preservatives — Single herb, single ingredient.
- Free from Synthetic Stabilizers — No fillers, binders or flow agents.
- Thoughtful Use — If you are pregnant or nursing, or following any ongoing health regimen, seek guidance from a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner before starting. Being distinctly warming and bitter, Kalijiri favours Kapha and Vata constitutions; strongly Pitta individuals do best with a small serving taken alongside food.
- Storage — Keep tightly closed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture.
Manufactured in WHO GMP-certified facilities, every Prana Ayurveda formulation honors classical Ayurvedic wisdom while meeting modern quality and safety standards.
Additional Information
Labels carry this seed as Kalijiri, Kali Jiri, Kalijeeri, Kadu Jeeri or Somaraji, and botanists list it as both Centratherum anthelminticum and Vernonia anthelmintica, two names for a single plant. English sources call it purple fleabane or bitter cumin. It should not be confused with Kalonji (Nigella sativa), an unrelated seed with a similar-sounding name.