Hairy Fig (Kakodumbara)
Ficus hispida
| Family | Moraceae |
|---|---|
| Sanskrit | Kakodumbara |
| हिंदी | कठूमर |
| മലയാളം | പേയത്തി |
| Parts used | fruit, bark |
The hairy fig is a small tree with large, rough, hairy leaves arranged in opposite pairs. Its clustered figs grow on the trunk and on leafless branches. It ranges from India and southern China to northern Australia and is common in Kerala.
Known in Sanskrit as Kakodumbara, its fruit and bark are used in traditional Ayurvedic practice in skin-care preparations and for general wellness.
Articles are for general information about Ayurveda and personal care and are not medical advice. For any health condition, please see a qualified doctor.
