Brahma Kamal flowers, which used to bloom from August to mid-September, are now blooming in Garhwal of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand in October due to climate change.
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It is said that Brahma Kamal – named after God Brahma who is believed to have created the universe – takes about two hours to bloom to about eight inches in diameter.
The flower only blooms for a few hours, and is said to being good luck and prosperity.
Scientifically known as Saussurea Obvallata, the flower finds mention in the scriptures and is offered in many holy shrines, including Kedarnath, Badrinath and Tunganath.
Brahma Kamal is called the King of Himalayan Flowers, and is also the state flower of Uttarakhand. The state government has now started nurseries in the Chamoli district to conserve the flower.
The flower is highly valued in Tibetan medicine and Ayurveda for its healing properties. It is extensively used by the local population to treat cuts and bruises.
