Sara Morgan 
Bilva (Aegle marmelos) tree is known a sacred tree. Its leaves are offered in prayers. Its scientific name is Aegle marmelos, and might prove to be one of the most important medicinal plants in India, Ceylon and Burma. Aegle marmelos is a deciduous shrub or small to medium-sized tree, up to 13 metres (43 feet) … Read more
Talisa Patra, scientifically known as Abies webbiana, is a species of fir tree native to the Himalayas, particularly found in regions ranging from Afghanistan to Tibet, including northern India, Bhutan, Nepal, and Pakistan. It is commonly known as the Himalayan fir or Talispatra. Characteristics of Talisa Patra (Abies Webbiana) Appearance: Talisa Patra is a large … Read more
Sarpagandha, also known as Rauwolfia serpentina, is a plant native to the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia. It has been used traditionally in Ayurvedic medicine for centuries due to its medicinal properties. The primary active compounds in Sarpagandha are alkaloids, particularly reserpine, which has been extensively studied for its pharmacological effects. Reserpine is known for … Read more
Kiratatika, also known as Chirayata or Swertia chirata, is a herbaceous plant native to the temperate regions of India, particularly the Himalayan region. It belongs to the family Gentianaceae. Chirayata has been traditionally used in Ayurvedic and folk medicine for its various medicinal properties. The plant typically grows in moist, shady areas and is characterized … Read more
Ushira, also known as Vetiver (Vetiveria zizanioides), is a perennial grass native to India. It belongs to the Poaceae family. Vetiver has been widely cultivated for its versatile uses, including medicinal, cosmetic, and environmental applications. Description of Ushira, Vetiver (Vetiveria Zizanioides) Vetiver grows to 150 centimetres (5 ft) high and forms clumps as wide. Under … Read more
Patala, scientifically known as Stereospermum suaveolens, is a species of flowering plant in the Bignoniaceae family. It is native to the Indian subcontinent, particularly found in regions like India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, and Myanmar. Patala is a large, deciduous tree that can grow up to 30 meters tall. It has a straight trunk and a … Read more
Sharpunkha (Tephrosia Purpurea) commonly known as wild indigo, is a perennial herb belonging to the Fabaceae family. It is native to the Indian subcontinent and can be found in various parts of Asia, Africa, and Australia. Tephrosia purpurea is known for its medicinal properties and has been used in traditional medicine systems like Ayurveda for … Read more
The Udumbara, also known as the Cluster Fig or Ficus glomerata, is a species of fig tree native to the Indian subcontinent and parts of Southeast Asia. It belongs to the Moraceae family. Apart from its cultural and ecological significance, the Cluster Fig tree has several practical uses. Its wood is used in furniture making, … Read more
Karavira, Indian oleander, scientifically known as Nerium oleander, is a highly ornamental and commonly cultivated shrub native to Southwest Asia and the Mediterranean region. It belongs to the dogbane family, Apocynaceae. Indian oleander is renowned for its attractive flowers, which come in various colors such as white, pink, red, or yellow, depending on the cultivar. … Read more
Syzygium cumini, commonly known as the Java plum, Indian blackberry, or Jamun, is a tropical tree native to the Indian Subcontinent, Southeast Asia, and surrounding regions. It belongs to the flowering plant family Myrtaceae. The tree is known for its small, sweet, and sour fruit, which is often used in various culinary preparations and traditional … Read more