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Abutilon Indicum (Indian Mallow)
Description:
A traditional Ayurvedic herb known for its soothing, anti-inflammatory and rejuvenating nature. It is widely used for respiratory wellness, wound healing and digestive balance. Abutilon indicum supports natural detoxification and helps strengthen immunity. Its cooling property makes it beneficial for urinary discomfort and inflammatory conditions.
Key Benefits:
- Supports respiratory health
- Reduces inflammation and swelling
- Helps soothe urinary tract issues
- Aids digestion and detoxification
- Promotes wound healing

Acacia Catechu (Catechu / Khair)
Description:
A powerful astringent and antioxidant-rich extract renowned for oral health, digestive support and skin healing. Acacia catechu is traditionally used to reduce inflammation, promote tissue repair and enhance natural immunity. Its strong antimicrobial compounds help protect against infections and ulcers.
Key Benefits:
- Strong antioxidant and antimicrobial activity
- Supports oral and dental health
- Helps manage inflammation
- Promotes wound and tissue healing
- Supports digestive wellness

Aconitum Heterophyllum (Ativisha)
Description:
A highly valued Himalayan herb famous for its digestive, antipyretic and immune-boosting properties. Ativisha helps reduce fever, improves metabolism and is traditionally used in pediatric Ayurvedic formulations. Its purification abilities make it effective in detoxifying the body.
Key Benefits:
- Excellent digestive and carminative action
- Reduces fever and infections
- Boosts natural immunity
- Supports respiratory health
- Beneficial for children’s wellness formulations

Adiantum Capillus (Maidenhair Fern)
Description:
A gentle, soothing herb used for respiratory cleansing and relief from cough and hoarseness. It supports natural mucus clearance and protects the throat and lungs. Adiantum is also known for cooling, diuretic and detoxifying properties.
Key Benefits:
- Supports lung and throat health
- Helps relieve cough and congestion
- Acts as a natural coolant and detoxifier
- Supports urinary tract function
- Promotes healthy respiratory cleansing

Aesculus Hippocastanum (Horse Chestnut)
Description:
A clinically recognized herb for strengthening blood vessels and improving circulation. It is widely used for varicose veins, edema, and chronic venous insufficiency. Rich in aescin, it reduces swelling, inflammation and heaviness in legs.
Key Benefits:
- Strengthens veins and capillaries
- Reduces swelling and fluid retention
- Supports healthy circulation
- Helps relieve varicose veins
- Anti-inflammatory vascular support

Amra (Spondias Pinnata)
Description:
A traditional fruit used for digestive support, liver protection and antioxidant activity. Amra helps regulate appetite, improves gut health and promotes natural detoxification. It is known for its cooling, rejuvenating and immune-enhancing properties.
Key Benefits:
- Promotes digestive health
- Supports liver cleansing
- Rich in antioxidants
- Helps regulate metabolism
- Natural cooling and rejuvenating support

Argyreia Nervosa (Elephant Creeper)
Description:
A rejuvenating herb known for strengthening nerves, enhancing vitality and supporting reproductive wellness. It is also used for joint comfort, stress relief and improving stamina.
Key Benefits:
- Supports nervous system strength
- Enhances stamina and vitality
- Beneficial for reproductive health
- Helps reduce stress and fatigue
- Supports joint flexibility

Artocarpus Heterophyllus (Jackfruit)
Description:
Rich in vitamins, fibers and natural antioxidants, it supports digestive balance, skin nourishment and immune health. The fruit and leaves are used traditionally to manage inflammation and improve overall vitality.
Key Benefits:
- Supports digestive health
- Rich in antioxidants
- Enhances skin nourishment
- Helps reduce inflammation
- Strengthens immunity

Azadirachta Indica (Neem)
Description:
A globally known Ayurvedic herb for detoxification, skin purification and immune protection. Neem is a strong antimicrobial, antifungal and blood-purifying botanical used widely in skincare, oral care and liver health formulations.
Key Benefits:
- Powerful antibacterial and antifungal
- Purifies blood and skin
- Supports liver detoxification
- Strengthens immunity
- Useful in acne & skin disorders

Bambusa Vulgaris (Bamboo)
Description:
A silica-rich botanical that strengthens bones, joints, skin and hair. Bamboo supports collagen formation, reduces inflammation and promotes natural rejuvenation.
Key Benefits:
- Supports bone and joint health
- Promotes collagen and skin elasticity
- Strengthens hair and nails
- Anti-inflammatory properties
- Natural antioxidant source

Bauhinia Variegata (Kanchanar)
Description:
A powerful Ayurvedic herb known for balancing metabolism, supporting lymphatic cleansing and promoting thyroid wellness. Kanchanar is traditionally used for managing glandular swellings, detoxification and maintaining hormonal balance.
Key Benefits:
- Supports thyroid and hormonal balance
- Aids lymphatic drainage
- Helps reduce glandular swelling
- Promotes detoxification
- Supports metabolic health

Berberis Aristata (Tree Turmeric / Daruharidra)
Description:
A golden-yellow, highly potent herb rich in berberine. It is one of Ayurveda’s best botanicals for skin purification, liver protection and blood sugar balance. It offers strong antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory actions.
Key Benefits:
- Powerful antimicrobial & antibacterial
- Supports liver detoxification
- Promotes clear, healthy skin
- Helps maintain blood sugar levels
- Reduces inflammation

Bombax Ceiba (Silk Cotton Tree)
Description:
A cooling, restorative herb widely used for reproductive health, urinary wellness and tissue strengthening. Its mucilage content soothes internal irritation and supports vitality.
Key Benefits:
- Supports male & female reproductive health
- Improves urinary balance
- Cooling and soothing action
- Strengthens tissues
- Helps reduce inflammation

Buckwheat Hulls
Description:
A nutrient-rich natural source of rutin, antioxidants and minerals. Buckwheat hull extracts are known for cardiovascular support, skin health and anti-inflammatory activity.
Key Benefits:
- Rich in rutin for vascular strength
- Supports heart and blood circulation
- Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant
- Helps in skin nourishment
- Supports metabolic health

Callicarpa Macrophylla (Priyangu)
Description:
A versatile herb traditionally used for its cooling, astringent and wound-healing properties. It helps manage bleeding disorders, skin issues and inflammation.
Key Benefits:
- Astringent and cooling action
- Supports skin healing
- Helps manage inflammatory conditions
- Useful for bleeding disorders
- Promotes overall wellness

Cassia Fistula (Amaltas / Golden Shower Tree)
Description:
A gentle natural laxative and detoxifying herb used for digestive cleansing and constipation relief. It is cooling, soothing and excellent for regulating bowel movement.
Key Benefits:
- Natural mild laxative
- Supports digestive cleansing
- Helps in constipation
- Cooling and detoxifying
- Supports gut health

Cedrus Deodara (Himalayan Cedar)
Description:
A classic Ayurvedic herb used to reduce inflammation, improve respiratory function and support joint comfort. Its aromatic compounds are beneficial for skin disorders and wound management.
Key Benefits:
- Anti-inflammatory and analgesic
- Supports joint & muscle comfort
- Beneficial for skin issues
- Helps respiratory clearing
- Natural antimicrobial

Celosia Cristata (Cockscomb Flower)
Description:
A traditional herb used for cooling, eye health and blood purification. It helps regulate inflammation, supports digestive comfort and promotes skin clarity.
Key Benefits:
- Cooling and soothing
- Supports eye health
- Promotes skin purification
- Anti-inflammatory properties
- Aids digestion

Cinchona Officinalis (Cinchona Bark)
Description:
A historically important medicinal bark known for its antimalarial, fever-reducing and digestive benefits. It helps boost strength, improve appetite and manage infections.
Key Benefits:
- Antipyretic and antimicrobial
- Supports digestive strength
- Helps manage fever
- Boosts metabolism
- Strengthens immunity

Citrus Aurantium (Bitter Orange)
Description:
A metabolism-supporting, aromatic herb used for fat metabolism, digestive stimulation and antioxidant benefits. Its bioactive compounds promote energy, appetite regulation and healthy digestion.
Key Benefits:
- Supports fat metabolism
- Enhances digestive function
- Boosts energy levels
- Powerful antioxidants
- Helps regulate appetite

Cyperus Rotundus (Nagarmotha / Nutgrass)
Description:
A highly valued Ayurvedic herb known for its powerful digestive, anti-inflammatory and metabolism-balancing properties. It supports detoxification, relieves bloating and promotes hormonal balance.
Key Benefits:
- Enhances digestion & metabolism
- Reduces gas, bloating & acidity
- Supports hormonal balance
- Strong anti-inflammatory action

- Promotes detoxification
Eleusine Coracana (Ragi / Finger Millet)
Description:
A nutrient-dense grain rich in calcium, amino acids and antioxidants. It is widely used for bone health, diabetes management and sustained energy release.
Key Benefits:
- Rich in calcium for bone strength
- Helps regulate blood sugar
- High antioxidant support
- Provides sustained energy
- Supports digestive wellness

Embelia Ribes (Vidanga)
Description:
A potent Ayurvedic herb known for its antiparasitic, digestive and detoxifying properties. It is one of the best herbs for gut cleansing and metabolic support.
Key Benefits:
- Powerful anthelmintic (parasite cleansing)
- Supports digestion
- Helps in detoxification
- Anti-inflammatory properties
- Promotes metabolic balance

Ficus Benghalensis (Banyan Tree Bark)
Description:
A rejuvenating herb traditionally used for digestive health, blood sugar balance and healing of tissues. It is beneficial for oral health and immunity.
Key Benefits:
- Supports blood sugar control
- Strengthens tissues
- Aids digestion
- Enhances immunity
- Supports oral & gum health

Ficus Racemosa (Gular / Cluster Fig)
Description:
A soothing herb used for digestive comfort, wound healing and respiratory support. It is rich in tannins and offers strong anti-inflammatory effects.
Key Benefits:
- Supports gut health
- Anti-inflammatory & healing
- Beneficial for respiratory wellness
- Helps in urinary issues
- Promotes tissue repair

Ficus Religiosa (Peepal)
Description:
A sacred Ayurvedic herb known for promoting respiratory health, mental calmness and digestive balance. It has strong antimicrobial and antioxidant effects.
Key Benefits:
- Enhances respiratory function
- Supports mental calmness
- Improves digestion
- Antimicrobial properties
- Strengthens immunity

Flax Seeds (Linum Usitatissimum)
Description:
A rich source of omega-3 fatty acids, lignans and dietary fibre. It supports heart health, hormonal balance and digestive wellness.
Key Benefits:
- Supports heart health
- Aids hormonal balance
- High fibre for digestion
- Rich in antioxidants

- Helps manage cholesterol
Gmelina Arborea (Gambhari)
Description:
A nourishing, rejuvenating herb from the classical Dashamoola group. It strengthens nerve tissues, supports digestion and promotes overall vitality.
Key Benefits:
- Rejuvenates tissues
- Supports nerve health
- Enhances digestion
- Reduces inflammation
- Boosts strength & vitality

Helicteres Isora (Indian Screw Tree)
Description:
A powerful herb traditionally used for digestive issues, diarrhoea, diabetes management and overall gut strengthening.
Key Benefits:
- Supports digestive balance
- Helps manage diarrhoea
- Regulates blood sugar
- Anti-inflammatory properties
- Strengthens gut function

Holarrhena Antidysenterica (Kutaj)
Description:
A classical Ayurvedic herb famous for treating diarrhoea, IBS, colitis and gut infections. It is one of the best herbs for restoring digestive balance.
Key Benefits:
- Powerful antidiarrhoeal
- Treats IBS & colitis
- Antimicrobial action
- Strengthens digestive fire
- Restores gut balance

Illicium Verum (Star Anise)
Description:
A fragrant spice known for its potent antimicrobial, antiviral and digestive benefits. It is widely used for relieving cough, indigestion and improving respiratory strength.
Key Benefits:
- Supports digestion & reduces gas
- Strong antiviral & antimicrobial action
- Relieves cough & congestion
- Helps reduce inflammation
- Enhances respiratory wellness

Juglans Regia (Walnut Hull)
Description:
Walnut hull is rich in antioxidants, tannins and antimicrobial compounds. It supports detoxification, digestive cleansing and skin health.
Key Benefits:
- Powerful detoxifying properties
- Supports gut cleansing
- Antifungal & antibacterial action
- Good for skin health
- Rich in antioxidants

Lilium Polyphyllum (Kshirakakoli)
Description:
A rare Himalayan herb known for its rejuvenating, strength-boosting and immunity-enhancing properties. Considered a rasayana in classical Ayurveda.
Key Benefits:
- Boosts strength & stamina
- Enhances immunity
- Nourishes tissues
- Supports respiratory health
- Acts as a natural rejuvenator

Mesua Ferrea (Nagakesar)
Description:
A fragrant, medicinal flower used for digestive, blood-purifying and anti-inflammatory benefits. Traditionally valued for improving skin and circulation.
Key Benefits:
- Improves digestion
- Purifies blood
- Anti-inflammatory effects
- Supports skin radiance
- Beneficial for respiratory wellness

Mimusops Elengi (Maulsari)
Description:
A powerful herb used for oral care, respiratory health, wound healing and strengthening tissues. It has strong antimicrobial and antioxidant effects.
Key Benefits:
- Supports oral & gum health
- Strengthens respiratory function
- Helps in wound healing
- Antioxidant-rich
- Improves tissue strength

Morus Alba (White Mulberry)
Description:
A nutrient-rich herb known for controlling blood sugar, supporting liver health and improving digestion.
Key Benefits:
- Helps regulate blood sugar
- Supports liver detoxification
- Improves digestion
- Rich in antioxidants
- Supports immune health

Mucuna Pruriens (Kaunch Beej)
Description:
A well-known Ayurvedic herb containing natural L-Dopa, used for brain health, fertility support and strengthening the nervous system.
Key Benefits:
- Supports brain & nerve health
- Enhances mood & mental clarity
- Boosts fertility & reproductive strength
- Improves muscle strength
- Helps manage stress

Myristica Fragrans (Nutmeg / Jaiphal)
Description:
A warming spice known for its calming, digestive and antimicrobial benefits. It supports sleep quality and digestive comfort.
Key Benefits:
- Enhances digestion
- Promotes better sleep
- Antimicrobial action
- Reduces inflammation
- Supports mental relaxation

Nerium Indicum (Kaner)
Description:
A traditionally used herb known for its anti-inflammatory, skin-soothing and antimicrobial properties. Used externally in many formulations.
Key Benefits:
- Anti-inflammatory support
- Beneficial for skin conditions
- Antimicrobial action
- Reduces swelling & pain
- Supports wound healing

Nyctanthes Arbortristis (Parijat / Night Jasmine)
Description:
A sacred herb famous for its antipyretic, anti-inflammatory and immunity-boosting actions. Widely used for fever, joint pain and detoxification.
Key Benefits:
- Reduces fever
- Anti-inflammatory properties
- Supports liver detoxification
- Enhances immunity
- Relieves joint & muscle pain

Nymphaea Lotus (Egyptian Water Lily)
Description:
Nymphaea lotus is a calming aquatic herb known for its soothing, cooling, and anti-inflammatory properties. Rich in phytonutrients, it helps detoxify the body, reduce skin irritation, and promote a brighter complexion. Traditionally used as a cooling and rejuvenating tonic.
Key Benefits:
- Skin cooling
- Anti-inflammatory
- Detoxifying
- Antioxidant

- Complexion enhancing
Oroxylum Indicum (Indian Trumpet Flower)
Description:
Oroxylum indicum is a powerful Ayurvedic herb that supports respiratory health, immunity, and digestion. Its rich flavonoid content helps reduce inflammation and strengthens the body's natural healing capacity.
Key Benefits:
- Immunomodulatory
- Anti-inflammatory
- Digestive support
- Respiratory health
- Antioxidant

Oxalis Corniculata (Creeping Wood Sorrel)
Description:
Oxalis corniculata is rich in vitamin C and used for acidity, inflammation, and skin irritation. It provides a natural cooling effect and supports digestion and metabolism.
Key Benefits:
- Digestive support
- Anti-inflammatory
- Wound healing
- Cooling effect
- Antioxidant

Parmelia Perlata (Stone Flower / Chharila)
Description:
Parmelia perlata is a rare medicinal lichen valued for antimicrobial, wound-healing, and digestive stimulant properties. Traditionally used for blood purification and skin support.
Key Benefits:
- Antimicrobial
- Digestive stimulant
- Supports skin health
- Anti-inflammatory

Pelargonium Graveolens (Rose Geranium)
Description:
Rose geranium is an aromatic herb known for hydration, toning, and anti-aging benefits. Its compounds help reduce stress and promote a radiant complexion.
Key Benefits:
- Skin hydration
- Anti-aging
- Calming effect
- Antimicrobial
- Antioxidant

Pluchea Lanceolata (Rasana)
Description:
Pluchea lanceolata is an important anti-inflammatory herb used for joint pain, muscle stiffness, and swelling. Contains natural analgesic compounds.
Key Benefits:
- Anti-inflammatory
- Pain relief
- Joint support
- Muscle relaxation

Premna Obtusifolia
Description:
This herb supports digestion, liver health, and inflammation reduction. Rich antioxidants improve metabolic function and overall wellness.
Key Benefits:
- Liver support
- Digestive health
- Antioxidant
- Anti-inflammatory
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Prunus Cerasoides (Wild Himalayan Cherry)
Description:
Known for its beauty-enhancing properties, this herb helps brighten skin, reduce aging signs, and soothe irritation.
Key Benefits:
- Skin rejuvenation
- Anti-aging
- Cooling effect
- Antioxidant
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Psoralea Corylifolia (Bakuchi)
Description:
Bakuchi is widely used for pigmentation balance, skin repair, and vitiligo support. Contains psoralen for skin regeneration.
Key Benefits:
- Pigmentation balance
- Skin healing
- Rejuvenation
- Antioxidant benefits
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Pterocarpus Marsupium (Indian Kino / Vijaysar)
Description:
Known for managing blood sugar naturally. Contains polyphenols that support pancreatic and metabolic function.
Key Benefits:
- Blood sugar control
- Metabolism support
- Antioxidant
- Weight management
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Pterocarpus Santalinus (Red Sandalwood)
Description:
Red sandalwood is a premium beauty herb for skin brightening, detoxifying, and cooling effects. Promotes glowing skin.
Key Benefits:
- Skin brightening
- Detoxifying
- Cooling
- Anti-inflammatory
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Punica Granatum (Pomegranate)
Description:
Pomegranate is rich in antioxidants that support skin health, digestion, and heart wellness, while repairing free-radical damage.
Key Benefits:
- Antioxidant
- Heart health
- Anti-aging
- Skin repair
- Digestive support
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Quince
Description:
Quince strengthens digestion, soothes the gut, and boosts immunity. Its natural mucilage helps protect the digestive lining.
Key Benefits:
- Digestive support
- Soothing effect
- Immunity boost
- Antioxidant
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Rose Petals
Description:
Rose petals offer cooling, hydration, and rejuvenation for skin. They calm the mind, purify blood, and brighten complexion.
Key Benefits:
- Skin cooling
- Hydrating
- Antioxidant
- Anti-aging
- Soothing
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Rubia Cordifolia (Manjistha)
Description:
Manjistha is a top Ayurvedic blood purifier. It enhances complexion, detoxifies the body, and helps manage acne & pigmentation.
Key Benefits:
- Blood purification
- Skin brightening
- Detoxifying
- Anti-inflammatory
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Semecarpus Anacardium (Bhallataka)
Description:
A potent immune-boosting herb used to reduce chronic inflammation and improve metabolic processes.
Key Benefits:
- Immunity enhancement
- Anti-inflammatory

Symplocos Racemosa (Lodhra)
Description:
Lodhra is highly valued for women’s wellness, skin tightening, and blood purification. Promotes clear and healthy skin.
Key Benefits:
- Skin firming
- Female health support
- Anti-inflammatory
- Detoxifying
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Vitex Negundo (Nirgundi)
Description:
Nirgundi is widely used for pain relief, inflammation reduction, and respiratory support. Offers strong antimicrobial benefits.
Key Benefits:
- Pain relief
- Anti-inflammatory
- Respiratory support
- Antimicrobial
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Woodfordia Fruticosa (Dhataki)
Description:
Dhataki flowers support wound healing, immunity, and digestive health. Essential in Ayurvedic formulations and fermentation.
Key Benefits:
- Wound healing
- Immunity boosting
- Digestive support
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Wrightia Tinctoria
Description:
Known for managing skin disorders including eczema, psoriasis, and inflammation. Supports skin regeneration.
Key Benefits:
- Skin healing
- Anti-inflammatory
- Antimicrobial
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Ziziphus Jujuba (Indian Jujube)
Description:
Ziziphus jujuba is a calming and nourishing herb supporting immunity, digestion, and emotional balance.
Key Benefits:
- Calming effect
- Immunity boosting
- Digestive support
- Antioxidant
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