Description
Kasi Katti is a powerful herbal resin derived from the heartwood and extract of the Acacia catechu tree. Revered in Siddha and Ayurvedic medicine, Kasi Katti is known for its high content of tannins and catechins, giving it strong astringent, antiseptic, and anti-inflammatory properties.
Traditionally used to manage digestive disorders, oral problems, skin conditions, and bleeding-related issues, Kasi Katti remains an important ingredient in classical formulations, including Urai Marunthu for children.
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Botanical & Herbal Information
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Common Name: Kasi Katti
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Botanical Name: Acacia catechu
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Plant Family: Fabaceae
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Part Used: Heartwood extract / resin
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Herbal Nature: Cooling & Astringent
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Catech/ Black Catechu / Cutch / Katha
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Tamil: காசிக்கட்டி (Kasi Katti)
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Telugu: ఖాదిర కట్టు / కాథా
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Kannada: ಕಾಚು / ಖಾದಿರ ಕಟ್ಟು
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Malayalam: കാട്ടുകട്ടി / കാച്ചു
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Key Health Benefits of Kasi Katti
🌿 Digestive Wellness
Traditionally used to manage diarrhea, dysentery, and colitis. Its astringent nature helps reduce food stagnation and supports healthy digestion.
🌿 Oral & Throat Health
Commonly used for mouth ulcers, gum infections, and sore throats due to its antibacterial and antiseptic properties.
🌿 Wound Healing & Skin Care
Applied externally to help heal boils, sores, cuts, and minor skin infections by tightening tissues and reducing inflammation.
🌿 Anti-Inflammatory & Bleeding Control
Helps reduce inflammation and traditionally used to control minor bleeding and hemorrhage.
🌿 Blood Purification & Cooling
Used in Siddha medicine to support blood cleansing and reduce excess body heat, especially in children.
Traditional Uses in Siddha & Ayurveda
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Used in Urai Marunthu (herbal tablets) for children
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Prescribed to manage excess pitham (heat imbalance)
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Used internally in very small quantities under guidance
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Applied externally for wounds and skin issues
How to Use Kasi Katti (Traditional Guidance)
🔹 For Internal Use
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Small quantity mixed with water, honey, or milk
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Always taken under Siddha or Ayurvedic practitioner guidance
🔹 For External Use
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Powdered or mixed with water to apply on affected skin areas
⚠️ Dosage varies based on age, condition, and body constitution.
Disclaimer
This product is based on traditional Siddha and Ayurvedic usage. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Individual results may vary.