{"id":2765,"date":"2025-07-14T19:52:09","date_gmt":"2025-07-14T18:52:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ramamm.com\/?page_id=2765"},"modified":"2025-07-14T19:52:10","modified_gmt":"2025-07-14T18:52:10","slug":"bolli-medicinal-plants","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/ramamm.com\/?page_id=2765","title":{"rendered":"Bolli Medicinal Plants"},"content":{"rendered":"

The skin problem commonly referred to as “Bolli”<\/strong> (\u0c2c\u0c4a\u0c32\u0c4d\u0c32\u0c3f) in Telugu usually means ringworm<\/strong> \u2014 a fungal skin infection<\/strong> caused by dermatophytes. It appears as itchy, circular, red patches<\/strong> on the skin, scalp, or groin area.<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udd0d Scientific Name<\/strong>: Tinea corporis<\/em> (ringworm of body), Tinea capitis<\/em> (scalp), etc.<\/p>\n

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\ud83c\udf3f Top Medicinal Plants for “Bolli” (Ringworm\/Fungal Skin Infection)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Here are traditional and effective anti-fungal medicinal plants<\/strong> used in Ayurveda<\/strong>, folk medicine<\/strong>, and Siddha<\/strong> to treat Bolli:<\/p>\n

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1. \ud83e\udeb4 Neem (Vepa) \u2013 Azadirachta indica<\/strong><\/p>\n

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  • Properties<\/strong>: Antifungal, antibacterial, blood purifier<\/li>\n
  • How to Use<\/strong>:\n
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    • Crush neem leaves into a paste and apply directly to the affected area.<\/li>\n
    • Boil leaves in water and use as a bath or wash for infected skin.<\/li>\n
    • Neem oil mixed with turmeric is very effective.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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      2. \ud83c\udf31 Turmeric (Pasupu) \u2013 Curcuma longa<\/strong><\/p>\n

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      • Properties<\/strong>: Strong antifungal, anti-inflammatory<\/li>\n
      • How to Use<\/strong>:\n
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        • Make a paste with turmeric powder + coconut oil or neem oil.<\/li>\n
        • Apply 2\u20133 times a day to the ringworm-affected area.<\/li>\n
        • Can also be taken internally with warm milk for detox.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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          3. \ud83c\udf3f Tulasi \u2013 Ocimum sanctum<\/strong><\/p>\n

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          • Properties<\/strong>: Antibacterial, antifungal, anti-itch<\/li>\n
          • How to Use<\/strong>:\n
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            • Tulasi juice or crushed leaves can be applied on the Bolli.<\/li>\n
            • Helps dry out the fungal patch and reduces itching.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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              4. \ud83c\udf40 Cassia alata (Dadapatram \/ Chakramuni)<\/strong><\/p>\n

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              • Also called “Ringworm plant”<\/strong> in English.<\/li>\n
              • Telugu: Daddapatri<\/strong> \/ Chakramuni aaku<\/strong><\/li>\n
              • How to Use<\/strong>:\n
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                • Crush fresh leaves and apply directly to the infected area 2\u20133 times a day.<\/li>\n
                • This is one of the most effective herbal remedies for ringworm.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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                  5. \ud83c\udf3f Aloe Vera (Kalabanda)<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                  • Soothing and anti-fungal.<\/li>\n
                  • Use fresh gel to soothe itching and dry out fungus<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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                    6. \ud83c\udf3f Wrightia tinctoria (Indrajao \/ Svetakutaja)<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                    • Known in Ayurveda as Kutaja<\/strong> or Indrayava<\/strong><\/li>\n
                    • How to Use<\/strong>:\n
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                      • Used in medicated oils (like Eladi oil<\/strong>, Karanja Tailam<\/strong>) for skin diseases.<\/li>\n
                      • External application for chronic fungal infections.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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                        \ud83c\udf3c Herbal Oil Remedies for Bolli<\/strong><\/p>\n

                        \ud83d\udd38 Neem-Turmeric Oil<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                        • Mix:\n
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                          • 1 tbsp neem oil<\/li>\n
                          • 1\/2 tsp turmeric powder<\/li>\n
                          • 1 tbsp coconut oil<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
                          • Apply 2\u20133 times a day.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                            \ud83d\udd38 Karanja Tailam (Pongamia Oil)<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                            • Used in Ayurveda for eczema, ringworm, itching.<\/li>\n
                            • Apply on clean skin morning and night.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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                              \ud83c\udf75 Internal Support (for recurring Bolli)<\/strong><\/p>\n

                              If Bolli keeps coming back, internal detox herbs may help:<\/p>\n

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                              • Triphala churna<\/strong> \u2013 1 tsp with warm water at night<\/li>\n
                              • Manjistha (Rubia cordifolia)<\/strong> \u2013 blood purifier<\/li>\n
                              • Neem capsules or juice<\/strong> \u2013 antifungal and purifies blood<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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                                \u26a0\ufe0f Precautions<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                                • Always keep the area dry and clean<\/strong> (fungus thrives in moisture).<\/li>\n
                                • Wash clothes and towels in hot water to prevent spread.<\/li>\n
                                • Avoid sharing towels or clothes with others.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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                                  \u2705 Summary: Best Herbs for Bolli Skin Problem<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
                                  Herb \/ Plant<\/th>\nHow to Use<\/th>\nEffect<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
                                  Neem<\/strong><\/td>\nPaste, oil, or bath water<\/td>\nAntifungal, skin healer<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                                  Turmeric<\/strong><\/td>\nPaste with oil<\/td>\nDries out ringworm, soothes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                                  Cassia alata<\/strong><\/td>\nLeaf paste<\/td>\nPowerful local treatment<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                                  Tulasi<\/strong><\/td>\nJuice or crushed leaves<\/td>\nMild antifungal, anti-itch<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                                  Aloe Vera<\/strong><\/td>\nFresh gel<\/td>\nSoothing, healing<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
                                  Karanja Oil<\/strong><\/td>\nExternal application<\/td>\nStrong Ayurvedic antifungal<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n
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                                  Would you like a complete step-by-step home remedy routine (morning\u2013night)<\/strong> using these plants? Or a list of ready-made herbal ointments<\/strong> available in stores for Bolli?<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

                                  The skin problem commonly referred to as “Bolli” (\u0c2c\u0c4a\u0c32\u0c4d\u0c32\u0c3f) in Telugu usually means ringworm \u2014 a fungal skin infection caused by dermatophytes. It appears as itchy, circular, red patches on the skin, scalp, or groin area. \ud83d\udd0d Scientific Name: Tinea corporis (ringworm of body), Tinea capitis (scalp), etc. \ud83c\udf3f Top Medicinal Plants for “Bolli” (Ringworm\/Fungal […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"ub_ctt_via":"","_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"","ast-site-content-layout":"default","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"set","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"footnotes":""},"featured_image_src":null,"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ramamm.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2765"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ramamm.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ramamm.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ramamm.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ramamm.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=2765"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/ramamm.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2765\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2766,"href":"https:\/\/ramamm.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2765\/revisions\/2766"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ramamm.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=2765"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}