Introduction of Kiratatikta – Swertia chirata – Botanical Name of Kirata Tikta is Swertia chirata. Family of Kirata Tikta is Gentianaceae. The Kirata Tikta is one such drug which is not available commonly. It is found at a altitude of 4,000-5000 ft. Kirata Tikta plants grow widely in Himalayan region between 1208- 3046 m elevation from Kashmir to […]
Introduction of Lodhra Symplocos racemosa – Botanical Name of Lodhra is- Symplocos racemosa. The family of Lodhra is- Symplocaceae. Lodhra (Symplocos racemosa) is a medium tree which grows up to 6 meters. It’s bark is dark grey in colour and rough. It evolved with Kasaya and Tikta Rasa, Laghu and Ruksha Guna, Shita Virya, Katu Vipaka, and Kapha
Introduction of Shirisha Albizzia lebbeck benth – Botanical Name of Shirisha is Albizzia lebbeck benth. The family of Shirisha is Leguminosae. Shirisha is one of the best antitoxic drug mentioned in Ayurveda. The ladies tongue which is nothing but shirisha was used for grahashanti and nakshatra snana etc. during the Vedic period to dispel the evil spirits which are nothing
Introduction of Yavasa Alhagi camelorum – Botanical Name of Yavasa is Alhagi camelorum, Fisch. Family of Yavasa is Leguminosae. Yavasa plant is commonly grown as a weed. It is beneficial in Raktapitta, Madatyaya etc. LITERARY REVIEW OF YAVASA Alhagi camelorum The drug Yavasa, was mentioned in Rigveda, as a fodder for camels. Another drug named Yavasa is also
Introduction of Jyotishmati Celastrus paniculata – Botanical name of Jyotishmati is Celastrus paniculata. Family of Jyotishmati is Celastraceae. Jyotishmati is a shrub has clear shining and reddish yellow bunches of fruits in cold season and yellowish green flowers in the month of April. It is mainly used for medicinal purpose. It is used in the skin disorders, fever, headache
Introduction of Patha Cissampelos pareira – Botanical name of Patha is Cissampelos pareira. Family of Patha is Menispermaceae. Dravya Guna is an important limb of padachatushtaya. From the ancient period onwards the human beings are using the plants even for health protection. In all medical branch the majority of drugs used are of plant origin. In Vedic period itself
INTRODUCTION OF GUDUCHI Tinospora cardifolia (Giloy) Botanical name of Guduchi is Tinospora cordifolia. Family Name of Guduchi is Menispermaceae. Guduchi is one of the most rejuvenating herbs. It works all the tissues elements of the body. Guduchi means which protect the body from disease. So it is called Amrita. It strengthens the immune system of the
Ardraka (Zingiber officinale): The Aromatic Healer Basonym of Drug: The medicinal plant known as Ardraka is scientifically referred to as Zingiber officinale. Main Synonyms: In Ayurveda, Ardraka is known by various synonyms, including: Sunthi Vishvabheshaja Aushadha Mahaushadha Adraka Nagara Aushadhi Regional Name: Ardraka is also known by different names in various regional languages. Some common
