Its flowers have a sweet, perfumed odor that has a pleasant quality similar to rose flowers, although kewra is considered more fruity. The watered-down distillate is quite diluted; it can be used by the tablespoon, often even by the teaspoon.

Feb 9, 2024 · The flower called Ketaki is one of the offerings that Lord Shiva is not pleased with. But do you know what the Ketaki flower story is or why Ketaki flower is cursed by Lord Shiva? Continue reading to find out the story behind it.

Nov 24, 2011 · The flowers of Ketaki assume special significance in Indian culture. The flowers are highly fragrant and are even used for making aromatic oils and perfumes, but they are not used as offerings to Gods. There is an interesting mythological story in the Shiva Purana explaining why that is the case:

Sep 24, 2024 · The Ketaki flower in Hinduism symbolizes beauty and purity, is used in worship of Krishna and Vishnu, and features in narratives questioning Brahma's authority, ultimately representing the pursuit of truth and the rejection of false claims.

Ketaki, known as umbrella tree or screw pine or keura in Hindi, is barred from the worship of Lord Shiva. It is not offered during pujas and worship as it is cursed by Lord Shiva. There is an interesting story mentioned in the Puranas that explains why Ketaki Flower is forbidden.

Oct 5, 2017 · Ketaki – Pandanus odoratissimus is an Ayurvedic herb used for the treatment of diabetes, threatened abortion, fever, joint pain, earache, psychiatric conditions. English name – Screw pine, Palau Fruit, Screw Pine, Pandanus Tectorius …

Apr 1, 2002 · Ketaki is a forbidden flower cursed by Lord Shiva for bearing a false witness of Lord Brahma. According to a legend, Lord Vishnu was lying on the serpent couch in the sea of eternity.

Jul 30, 2021 · Lord Shiva is extremely fond of white colour and this is why white flowers are most commonly used while worshipping him. Yet, there is a flower that is white and beautiful, but offering it to Lord Shiva is prohibited. This flower is known as “Ketaki”.

Aug 7, 2013 · Known as Kedage or Taale Hoovu in Kannada, this exotic and expensive flower is bought once a year to adorn the idols during the festival season (August-September). The other names for Kewda are Fragrant Screw Pine, Ketaki, Jambala, and so on.

Nov 1, 2021 · Ketaki flower is also called an “umbrella tree”. In spite of being a beautiful flower, it is still not taken as an offering for Lord Shiva. Flowers have long been a part of our culture and heritage.