Vernacular Names & Parts Used

Garcinia, botanically identified as Garcinia Cambogia, is commonly known in trade and traditional medicine as Garcinia, Garcinia Fruit, and a member of the Kokum family herbs. The dried fruit rind (Chilka) is the primary part used in Ayurvedic and traditional herbal practices.

Ayurvedic Properties & Common Uses

According to Ayurveda, Garcinia possesses Amla and Katu rasa, Ushna virya, and Laghu–Ruksha guna, making it useful in balancing Kapha dosha. It is traditionally valued for supporting digestive fire (Agni), improving metabolism, and maintaining appetite balance.

Garcinia rind is commonly used in Churna, Kwath, and herbal blends, either as a standalone ingredient or combined with complementary herbs. Classical practice emphasizes controlled dosage and proper drying to preserve its active principles and maintain safe usage in long-term formulations.