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One shop word, more than one plantKostam is not a species.
Kostam is a Tamil shop word for more than one aromatic article. Venkostam is Hellenia speciosa, the spiral crepe ginger. Himalayan kuth is Dolomiaea costus, an overharvested daisy. This page will not pick a winner.
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- Venkostam · Hellenia speciosa
Hellenia speciosa — venkostam, the white crepe flower on a spiral stem.
- Kuth · Dolomiaea costus
Dolomiaea costus — kuth, the purple Himalayan daisy whose root is listed.
This word names more than one plant, so check the botanical name before you buy or use it. If the plant you meant is not listed, we have not written it yet. Educational only. Not medical advice and not a shop.