Krittika

One of the 27 lunar mansions.

Krittika (Lunar Mansion 3)

A specific 13°20' sector of the ecliptic used in Vedic astrology for timing, personality, and plant-based remedies. Each nakshatra carries a distinct vibration through its deity, symbol, and planetary ruler.

Deity: Agni (fire)Planet: SunSymbol: Razor / flameWithin: Taurus

"Solar fire that cuts the impure and purifies the blood."

Plants of Krittika

Safflower

Carthamus tinctorius

Fire·Aries+House 1·Cardinal·Bharani

Pacifies Kapha & VataTaste: Pungent; BitterEnergy: Heating

Helps with: Menstrual cramps, Poor circulation, Delayed menstruation

Strawflower

Xerochrysum bracteatum

Earth·Taurus+House 2·Fixed·Krittika

Balances KaphaTaste: Bitter; AstringentEnergy: Heating

Marigold (French)

French Marigold

Tagetes patula

Fire·Leo+House 5·Fixed

Balances KaphaTaste: Pungent; BitterEnergy: Heating