Zea Mays Corn Silk Powder
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Product Description
Vernacular Names & Parts Used
Corn Silk Powder, botanically identified as Zea Mays, is commonly known as Corn Silk, Maize Silk, or Bhutta Resha in traditional usage. The silky stigmas (Silk) of the maize cob are the primary part used. These are carefully collected, shade-dried, and finely powdered to preserve their natural texture and traditional properties.
Ayurvedic Properties & Common Uses
According to traditional Ayurvedic and herbal texts, Corn Silk exhibits Madhura (sweet) and Kashaya (astringent) rasa, with Sheeta (cooling) virya, making it suitable for balancing Pitta dosha. It is traditionally referenced in formulations associated with urinary comfort, internal cooling, cleansing preparations, and gentle wellness blends, always under practitioner guidance.
Corn Silk Powder is commonly incorporated into Churna, Kwath, herbal teas, and compound herbal formulations, often combined with complementary cooling herbs. Classical literature emphasizes gentle processing, measured usage, and expert supervision to ensure safe and effective traditional use.
