In India, tulsi , also known as holy basil, is a highly valued plant that is a staple in many homes. Many of us already know that Tulsi is prized for its exceptional therapeutic qualities and applications. Ocimum Sanctum, the technical name for the aromatic oval-shaped leaves of Tulsi, is one of the plants utilized … Read more
Bhallataka, Marking Nut (Semecarpus anacardium) is a plant native to the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia. It belongs to the same family as cashew and poison ivy. Description “Bhallataka,” also known as “Marking Nut” or “Semecarpus anacardium,” is a plant species belonging to the family Anacardiaceae. It is native to the Indian subcontinent and Southeast … Read more
Introduction Punarnava (Boerhavia diffusa), is a perennial creeping herb found in tropical regions, particularly in India. It’s widely used in traditional Ayurvedic medicine for its medicinal properties. The plant’s name “Punarnava” in Sanskrit translates to “renewer” or “one that renews,” which reflects its traditional use in rejuvenating and revitalizing the body. Description Punarnava, scientifically known … Read more
Palasha, (Butea monosperma) is a traditional Indian medicinal tree that also serves as an ornamental tree due to its vibrant red flowers that it bears, resulting in the common name of ‘Flame of the Forest’. The tree’s bark is dark brown or blue grey on the outside and is fibrous, twisted, and tortuous. This tree’s … Read more
Saptaparna (Alstonia scholaris) is a 40-meter-tall evergreen tree. This tree is glabrous, with green leaves that have a glossy upper surface and a grayish underside look. The length of the leaves is 4-6 inches, and their diameter is 1-2 cm. The leaves are grouped together and have varying sizes; these are referred to as visama-cchada … Read more
Amaltas (Cassia Fistula) is an Ayurvedic plant that is considered exceedingly remarkable and is recognized for its ability to kill sickness from the roots. Because of its many therapeutic benefits, this plant’s fruit pulp, seeds, leaves, and roots are used to treat a variety of illnesses. The plant known by the botanical name Cassia fistula … Read more
Changeri (Oxalis corniculata) is a sour-tasting medicinal herb also known by the common names Indian penny wood, creeping wood sorrel, Procumbent yellow, and creeping oxalis. It is effective in treating ailments of the stomach and liver. Its blooms taste sour because of the oxalic acid and calcium oxalate they contain. The leaves of this herb … Read more
The tiny, erect annual herb known as Bhumi Amla (Phyllanthus niruri) thrives in tropical regions such as South East Asia, Southern India, and China, as well as the Amazon rainforest. It stands 30 to 40 centimeters tall. It has oblong leaves that grow in pairs and are 7–12 cm long. It bears little, white-greenish, single, … Read more
Bay leaves (Laurus nobilis) is an aromatic evergreen tree or large shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It belongs to the family Lauraceae and is widely cultivated for its culinary and ornamental uses. Discription: The bay laurel is dioecious (unisexual), with male and female flowers on separate plants. Each flower is pale yellow-green, about 1 … Read more
Brihati (Solanum indicum) is a prickly shrub with many branches that can reach heights of 1 to 5 meters. Its branches normally disperse or diffuse. Tiny star-shaped hair is heavily covered on the younger branches of the plant. The spines are 1–5 cm long and have a bright yellow color. One of the most popular … Read more