Kapok Buds Big / Marathi moggu / Ilavu / Ceiba Pentandra / Kapok Seeds

Other Names

Description

The Marathi Moggu belongs to the botanical genus of Ceiba Pentandra, is a type of caper, and is also called Kapok Buds in English. Kapok is the most common name used to call thicker trees.

Marathi Moggu is widely used in South Indian cuisine, especially in Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka, in rice dishes like pulao and Bisi bele bath, and in a variety of spices. The Ceiba Pentandra doesn’t have a great aroma in nature but they emit its full aroma and flavor while frying in the oil.

The taste of the Marathi Moggu is very similar to the blend of black pepper and mustard. Kapok Buds are floating and are used in making car seat stuff. Its seeds, such as peas, appear brown and are used for different health benefits. Overall, the Ceiba Pentandra comes with lots of medicinal properties.

Health Benefits

• Ceiba Pentandra is used in the treatment of asthma sufferers as it has the ability to control asthma.
• Marathi Moggu is extensively used as a medicine to cure persistent diarrhea.
• They are used to treat constipation, colds, coughs, and allergic reactions to the skin.
• Ceiba Pentandra seeds have antioxidant properties and are widely used for anti-diabetic applications.
• In Ayurvedic, Marathi Moggu is used to calm down Kapha and Pitta.

Side Effects

There are no side effects in using this product, and you can consider the medical advice for the usage of this product during pregnancy.

Harvesting & Manufacturing Methods

All herbs are 100% naturally harvested and dried without any chemical interactions.