Vellai Kungiliyam | குங்கிலியம்

🌿 What is Vellai Kungiliyam (White Dammer / Safed Dammar)?

Vellai Kungiliyam, also known as White Dammer or Safed Dammar, is a natural resin extracted from the bark of the Vateria indica tree, an evergreen species native to the Western Ghats of India. This resin has been traditionally utilized in Ayurveda, Siddha, and folk medicine for its therapeutic properties, as well as in religious rituals and incense preparations.​

🌳 Botanical Description of Vateria indica

• Scientific Name:Vateria indica
• Common Names:White Dammer, Indian Copal, Malabar Fallow
• Family:Dipterocarpaceae
• Native Regions:Endemic to the Western Ghats, India
• Tree Type:Large evergreen tree, reaching heights up to 40 meters
• Bark:Smooth, greyish with white and green blotches; exudes a sticky, aromatic resin when scarred
• Leaves:Simple, alternate, elliptic-oblong, with entire margins
• Flowers:White with yellow anthers, arranged in panicles at leaf axils
• Fruits:Pale brown capsules, up to 6.4 cm long, containing a single seed ​

🌟 Uses & Benefits of Vellai Kungiliyam

🧘‍♀️ Reproductive Health

• Amenorrhoea & Dysmenorrhoea:Traditionally used to alleviate menstrual disorders. ​

🌬️ Respiratory Health

• Bronchitis & Asthma:Helps in relieving symptoms associated with bronchial conditions. ​

🦴 Musculoskeletal Support

• Chronic Rheumatism & Arthritis:Applied externally to joints to reduce inflammation and pain.

🧠 Neurological Benefits

• Neuralgia & Hemicrania:Used in traditional medicine to manage nerve-related pains and migraines.

🩹 Skin Health

• Wound Healing:Applied to burns, ulcers, and skin disorders for its healing properties

🛡️ Immune & General Health

• Antioxidant Properties:Rich in phenols and flavonoids, contributing to its antioxidant effects.

🔥 Ritualistic & Aromatic Uses

• Incense & Purification:Burned with sandalwood powder to purify the air and create a serene atmosphere.
• Insect Repellent:The smoke acts as a natural mosquito repellent.
• Religious Ceremonies:Commonly used in pujas and other spiritual rituals for its fragrant aroma.

⚠️ Precautions & Safety Information

• Dosage:Should be used in recommended amounts; excessive use may lead to adverse effects.
• Pregnancy & Lactation:Consult a healthcare provider before use.
• Medical Conditions:Seek medical advice prior to use, especially if on medication or with underlying health issues.​

🌿 Vellai Kungiliyam Organic Information

• Purity:100% natural, free from additives and preservatives.
• Harvesting:Sustainably sourced from mature Vateria indica trees in the Western Ghats.
• Processing:Carefully collected and dried to preserve active constituents.
• Traditional Use:Employed in Ayurvedic and Siddha formulations for centuries.