Vinca rosea, also known as Catharanthus roseus, Madagascar periwinkle, or Sadabahar in Hindi, is a flowering plant native to Madagascar but now widely cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions around the world. It belongs to the Apocynaceae family and is valued both for its ornamental beauty and powerful medicinal properties. The plant is a perennial […]
Valeriana wallichii, also known as Indian Valerian or Tagar, is a perennial herb native to the Himalayan regions of India, Nepal, and Bhutan. It belongs to the Valerianaceae family and is closely related to the European Valeriana officinalis, sharing many of the same medicinal properties. The plant typically grows in cool, mountainous areas and features […]
Tribulus terrestris, commonly known as puncture vine, gokshura, or caltrop, is a small, spreading herbaceous plant belonging to the Zygophyllaceae family. Native to warm temperate and tropical regions of Europe, Asia, Africa, and Australia, it thrives in dry, sandy soils and is known for its hard, spiny fruits that can puncture bicycle tires—hence the name […]
Tinospora cordifolia, commonly known as Giloy, Guduchi, or Amrita, is a powerful climbing herb native to India and other parts of Southeast Asia. It belongs to the Menispermaceae family and is highly revered in Ayurvedic medicine for its wide range of health benefits. The plant is easily recognized by its heart-shaped leaves, succulent stems, and […]
Terminalia chebula, commonly known as Haritaki, is a large deciduous tree native to South and Southeast Asia, particularly India, Nepal, China, and Sri Lanka. It belongs to the Combretaceae family and is one of the most revered herbs in Ayurvedic medicine, famously known as the “King of Medicines.” The tree can grow up to 30 […]
Terminalia bellerica, commonly known as Beleric, Bibhitaki, or Bahera, is a large deciduous tree native to Southeast Asia, particularly India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and parts of Southeast Asia. It belongs to the Combretaceae family and is well-known in Ayurvedic medicine as one of the three fruits that make up the powerful rejuvenating formula Triphala (along […]
Mucuna pruriens, commonly known as Cowitch, Konch, or Common Cowitch, is a traditional medicinal plant belonging to the Fabaceae family. It is highly valued in Ayurveda for its use in enhancing vitality and treating a variety of health conditions through its roots, seeds, and leaves. Family Name: FABACEAE Botanical Name: MUCUNA PRURIENS Common Name: COWITCH, […]
Moringa oleifera, commonly known as Moringa, Drumstick Tree, or Sohanjana, is a powerful medicinal plant belonging to the Moringaceae family. Native to India and found throughout the country, it is known for its roots, seeds, and leaves, all of which offer numerous health benefits. Family Name: MORINGACEAE Botanical Name: MORINGA OLEIFERA Common Name: MORINGA, HORSE […]
Glycyrrhiza glabra, commonly known as Liquorice or Mulethi, is a medicinal plant valued for its sweet-tasting root. Belonging to the Papilionaceae family, it is widely cultivated in India and used both in traditional medicine and the food industry. Family Name: PAPILIONACEAE Botanical Name: GLYCYRRHIZA GLABRA Common Name: CALAMUS, MULETHI, SWEET LIQUORICE, SWEETWOOD Part Used: ROOT […]
Lawsonia inermis, commonly known as Henna, is a medicinal shrub belonging to the Lythraceae family. It is valued not only for its natural dye properties but also for its therapeutic uses in traditional medicine. The entire plant—including leaves, flowers, fruits, and roots—has various health benefits. Family Name: LYTHRACEAE Botanical Name: LAWSONIA INERMIS Common Name: HENNA, […]
