Apart from the taste that it gives, it also contributes to your health. The Black Stone flower (Kalpasi) or Dagad Phool is a spice that is soft brown and black. It is dry and has a strong earthy aroma smell. The black stone flowers are grown in various places from Himachal Pradesh to Arunachal Pradesh. It is an edible fungus that grows on trees and rocks naturally without any cultivation. The spice gives a flavour and colour to the foods that are more commonly eaten in the South Indian cuisine from Tamil Nadu and Maharashtrian special ‘goda masala’.

Benefits of black stone flower (kaplasi)

1. Reduces Inflammation
2. Improves Kidney Stones
3. Improves Digestion
4. Reduces the risk of heart-related problems
5. Excellent source for healthy skin
6. Heals Wounds
7. Heal’s cough and asthma
8. Fights Bacterial and Fungal Infections

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