Stone flower or some of the other names for it include shaileyam in Sanskrit, kalpasi in Tamil, Dagar da Phool in Punjabi, Dagad phool in Marathi, Raathi Pootha (Banda puvvu) in Telugu Kallu hoovu in Kannada & Patthar ke phool in Hindi, Bojhwar & Chadila in northern India. Stone flowers can be used to get relief from various health problems like sores, bronchitis, excessive salivation, vomiting, tooth-ache, boils, inflammations, etc. You can use Stone Flower as a spice to enhance the flavor of your dish or make Kadha out of it for other health benefits. Stone Flower, bestowed with profuse antioxidants, anti-inflammatory & antimicrobial traits, besides kapha-pitta balancing abilities, is a remarkable spice that is essentially a lichen, for curing kidney stones, healing external wounds & improving breathing, lung function. Culinary Uses: With its mild aromatic flavour, Kalpasi is used to add aroma to soup preparations & also as a soup thickener. It is often used in meat dishes. Kalpasi is also used as food by many cultures around the world. It is an essential ingredient in Goda masala or kala masala. Please consult with a qualified Healthcare practitioner before using any herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing , or on medication. All information above is for education purpose ONLY The information is from Google search & has NOT been evaluated by Health Canada. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Black Stone Flower , Organic Lichen, Dagad Phool, Kalpasi , Patthar Ka Himalayas Chadila 100Gm Product Of India & Ship From Montreal