Bonduc Nut | Fever Nut | Kalachikai | Kankarej | Kuberakshi | Caesalpinia Bonducella

Bonduc Nut (Fever Nut) | Kalichchikai – Nature’s Powerful Traditional Remedy

What is Bonduc Nut?

Bonduc Nut, scientifically known as Caesalpinia bonducella, is a potent medicinal seed widely recognized in Ayurveda and traditional medicine systems across Asia, Africa, and the Pacific Islands. Known locally as Kalichchikai in Tamil, Kantkarej / Kuberakshi in Hindi and Telugu, and Kalanchi in Malayalam, this remarkable nut has been treasured for centuries for its diverse healing properties.

Traditional Uses & Health Benefits of Kalichchikai (Bonduc Nut)

Natural Fever Reliever & Immune Booster

Bonduc Nut is commonly known as Fever Nut due to its effective febrifuge properties—helping to reduce fever and combat infections naturally, making it an essential herb during seasonal illnesses.

Supports Digestive Health & Detoxification

The seed and root bark are traditionally used to treat intestinal worms, improve digestion, and alleviate conditions such as piles, urinary disorders, and leucorrhea. Its detoxifying effects help cleanse the body naturally.

Respiratory & Throat Health

The boiled leaves can be used as a soothing gargle to relieve sore throat and reduce respiratory discomforts such as cough.

Pain & Inflammation Relief

Topical application of roasted seeds and leaves in castor oil provides relief from inflammatory swellings, piles, orchitis, hydrocele, and even toothache via traditional poultices and pastes.

How to Use Bonduc Nut / Kalichchikai

• Traditionally, the nuts are cracked open and the inner seed ground with black pepper and natural sweeteners like honey or jaggery to create small balls consumed daily for wellness support.

• The powdered seed can be taken raw or prepared as a decoction under expert guidance.

• Leaves can be boiled to prepare a gargle for sore throat relief.

Regional Names for Easy Identification

• Tamil: கழிச்சிக்காய் (Kalichchikai)

• Hindi: कांटकरंज / कांटीकरंज / कुबेराक्षी (Kantkarej / Kuberaakshi)

• Malayalam: കാളാഞ്ചി (Kalanchi)

• Telugu: గచ్చకాయ / కుబేరాక్షి (Gachchakaya / Kuberakshi)

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