Musali Asparagus adscendens is a medicinal plant. It is known by different names in Ayurveda, such as – Talamuli, Musali, Chamara Musali etc. Musali Asparagus adscendens is known for its aphrodisiac property which enhances sexual power. The Ayurvedic classics mention two varieties of Musali viz. Shweta (white) and Krishna (black). The word Musali alone denotes the white variety, …
Introduction of Patranga Caesalpinia sappan Patranga Caesalpinia sappan is a medicinal plant. It is used in various diseases related to mouth, menorrhagia and other menstrual problems, burning sensantion and skin diseases. The recent researches found that Patranga Caesalpinia sappan shows analgesic, anti-diabetic and antibacterial effects. Botanical Name of Patranga is Patranga Caesalpinia sappan Linn. Family Name of Patranga is Caesalpinaceae. Literary …
Introduction of Kasamarda Cassia occidentalis Kasamarda Cassia occidentalis is a medicinal plant mainly used in respiratory problems like cough, asthma, bronchitis etc. As the word Kasa refers to cough, and marda to end or to cure in Ayurveda, Kasamarda Cassia occidentalisis hence a drug of choice for all types of cough. Botanical Name of Kasamarda is Cassia …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
