Introduction of Tintidika Rhus parviflora – Tintidika Rhus parviflora is a medicinal plant used in anorexia, heart diseases, musculo-skeletal diseases etc. It is used externally or internally. Botanical name of Tintidika is Rhus parviflora. Family name of Tintidika is Anacardiaceae. (Image source – tasteofnepal.blogspot.in) Vernacular Names (Names in different languages) of Tintidika Rhus parviflora – Tintidika […]
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Ankola (Alangium salvifolium): A Versatile Medicinal Gem Basonym of Drug: The medicinal plant known as Ankola is scientifically referred to as Alangium salvifolium. Main Synonyms: In Ayurveda, Ankola is known by various synonyms, including: Ankola Atikaya Priyala Ankusha Hemapuspa Vataghni Kanakavriksha Regional Name: Ankola is also known by different names in various regional languages. Some
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Arishtaka (Sapindus trifoliatus): The Soapberry Savior Basonym of Drug: The medicinal plant known as Arishtaka is scientifically referred to as Sapindus trifoliatus. Main Synonyms: In Ayurveda, Arishtaka is known by various synonyms, including: Arishta Reetha Phenila Shikhi Phenapushpa Karaskara Udumbara Arishadantaka Regional Name: Arishtaka is also known by different names in various regional languages. Some
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Introduction of Koshamra Schleichera oleosa – Koshamra Schleichera oleosa is a large deciduous tree commonly found in India. Seed oil of Koshamra Schleichera oleosa also known as Kusum Oil is used in Ayurveda for various skin ailments. Koshamra is also spelled as Kosamra. Botanical Name of Koshamra is Schleichera oleosa. Family Name of Koshamra is
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Introduction of Methika Trigonella foenum – Methika Trigonella foenum is an annual herb bearing yellow flowers. It is cultivated in several parts of India as commercial crop. Botanical name of Methika is Trigonella foenum graecum. Methika Trigonella foenum belongs to Fabaceae family. Methika Trigonella foenum is called Methi which is commonly used in gastric trouble, diabetes and joints pain.
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Introduction of Dhanvana Grewia tiliaefolia – The plant Dhanvana is botanically identified as Grewia tiliaefolia. It belongs to the family tiliaceae and malvaceae. Dhanvana Grewia tiliaefolia is jwaraghna (antipyretic), vishaghna (useful in poison case), used in non healing wounds (dushta vrana), ulcerative colitis, menorrhagea, respiratory problems etc. Literary Reviews of Dhanvana Grewia tiliaefolia – Dhanvana Grewia tiliaefolia is
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Agastya (Sesbania grandiflora): A Medicinal Powerhouse Basonym of Drug: The medicinal plant known as Agastya is scientifically referred to as Sesbania grandiflora. Main Synonyms: In Ayurveda, Agastya is known by various synonyms, including: Agasti Agastya-vriksha Agastyamula Agastikamula Regional Name: Agastya is also known by different names in various regional languages. Some common regional names include:
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Introduction of Eranda – Ricinus communis – Botanical Name of Eranda is Ricinus communis. Family name of Eranda is Euphorbiaceae. Eranda is commonly found medicinal with wide use as purgative/ laxative and for Vata disorders (neuro-muscular). The root, leaves, flowers, root bark and seeds, almost whole plant is useful for curing many ailments. Eranda is a ever green
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Bhanga (Cannabis sativa): The Ancient Herb with Varied Uses Basonym of Drug: The medicinal plant known as Bhanga is scientifically referred to as Cannabis sativa. Main Synonyms: In Ayurveda, Bhanga is known by various synonyms, including: Vijaya Harita Jayanti Ahiphena Madani Ganja Mundi Indrasana Regional Name: Bhanga is also known by different names in various
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Introduction of Shankhapushpi – Convolvulus pluricaulis – Botanical Name of Shankhapushpi is Convolvulus pluricaulis. Family of Shankhapushpi is Convolvulaceae. The sankrit word Shankhapushpi literally means that the flowers of which are in shape of a conch or sankha which is considered to be auspicious. It is one of the controversial drug in Indian Medicine. It is not having any classical categorization by
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