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Herbal Encyclopedia

Herbs & Natural Substances

Explore the plants and natural substances used across traditional medicine systems — their properties, uses, and role in holistic healing.

Bibhitaki (Terminalia Bellirica)

Bibhitaki (Terminalia Bellirica)

🌿 Ayurveda
Biskhapra

Biskhapra

🌙 Unani
Black Seed (Nigella Sativa)

Black Seed (Nigella Sativa)

🌙 Unani
Boswellia

Boswellia

Boswellia serrata

🌙 Unani

Boswellia, also known as Indian frankincense, is derived from the resin of Boswellia serrata trees. It has a long history of use for its beneficial effects on bodily tissues.

Brahmi

Brahmi

Bacopa monnieri

🔮 Siddha

Brahmi is a well-known herb in traditional Indian medicine, revered for its ability to enhance learning, memory, and concentration. It is believed to calm the mind and reduce mental fatigue.

Brahmi Leaves

Brahmi Leaves

Bacopa monnieri

🔮 Siddha

Brahmi, also known as Bacopa monnieri, is a creeping herb revered in traditional medicine. It is recognized for its cognitive-enhancing properties and is also used externally for its soothing and anti-inflammatory effects.

Būra-I Armanī (Armenian Bole)

Būra-I Armanī (Armenian Bole)

🌙 Unani
Calcified Coral

Calcified Coral

🌙 Unani
Calcified Mica

Calcified Mica

🌙 Unani
Castor Oil

Castor Oil

Ricinus communis

🌿 Ayurveda

Castor oil is a vegetable oil pressed from castor beans. In Ayurveda, it is known for its potent purgative action, which can effectively relieve constipation by stimulating bowel movements. It is considered a traditional ayurvedic treatment for hard stools.

Chaksu

Chaksu

Cassia absus Linn.

🌙 Unani

Chaksu is the seed of the Cassia absus plant, an important herb in Unani medicine. It is recognized for its therapeutic benefits, particularly for eye conditions.

Chanda Marutha Chenduram

Chanda Marutha Chenduram

🔮 Siddha

Chanda Marutha Chenduram is a potent Siddha herbo-mineral preparation. It is traditionally employed to manage chronic inflammatory conditions like arthritis and to promote overall rejuvenation.

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