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Benefits of Kachnar Vegetable: According to experts, this plant is used in the treatment of diabetes, swelling, respiratory problems and skin diseases in Ayurveda, Siddha, Unani and traditional Chinese medicine. Its medicinal …Read more

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Benefits of Kachnar Vegetable: Himachal Pradesh, full of natural beauty, is famous all over the world for its beauty, while medicinal flowers, leaves and herbs found here also have an important place. Today we will tell you about the Kachnar tree found in the forests of Himachal, whose flowers are full of very medicinal properties and people in mountainous areas use it as vegetables. People eat its vegetables and also make its flower chutney and pickle.
According to experts, this plant is used in the treatment of diabetes, inflammation, respiratory problems and skin diseases in Ayurveda, Siddha, Unani and traditional Chinese medicine. Apart from its medicinal importance, ‘Bauhinia Varigata’ also has cultural significance. In Himachal, it is used as a traditional vegetable.
Religious and cultural importance
This plant is often honored for its beauty and symbolic value. Its flowers are used in religious ceremonies, festivals and cultural programs. Its association with folk tales, mythology and local traditions further enhances its cultural significance. In our country, its flowers are offered to Goddess Lakshmi and mother Saraswati.
Rural woman told importance
Hari Devi, a rural woman from Bainjath, told that she has been making Kachnar vegetable for years. This is the indigenous vegetable of the mountains, which have many benefits. He told that this vegetable, full of medicinal properties, is also very tasty to eat.
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