Introduction Viburnum nervosum Hook. f. & Thoms., also known as V. grandiflorum Wall. ex DC., is a plant species belonging to the Caprifoliaceae family. It is native to the Himalayas, specifically from Kashmir to Sikkim, and can be found at altitudes ranging from 3,000 to 4,000 meters. In Ayurvedic medicine, it is referred to as […]

Introduction Viburnum foetidum Wall, also known as Narwel in Maharashtra, is a medicinal herb that belongs to the Caprifoliaceae family. It is commonly found in the Khasi hills at altitudes ranging from 900 to 1,800 meters. This herb has gained recognition for its various medicinal properties, particularly its astringent and antispasmodic effects. Astringent Properties The

Introduction Java Plum, scientifically known as Syzygium cuminii (Linn.) Skeels, is a fruit-bearing tree native to India and belongs to the Myrtaceae family. It is also known as Jambolan or Black Plum and has various medicinal properties in Ayurveda and other traditional medicine systems. In this article, we will explore the different uses, benefits, and

Introduction Viburnum coriaceum Blume, also known as Tilvaka in Ayurvedic medicine, is a plant belonging to the Caprifoliaceae family. It can be found in the Himalayas, specifically in regions such as Punjab and Bhutan, at altitudes ranging from 1,200 to 2,500 meters. This plant is also found in the Nilgiris. Medicinal Properties In traditional folk

Introduction Brooklime, scientifically known as Veronica beccabunga Linn., is a plant that is native to the Western Himalayas and Kashmir, specifically found at altitudes of 2,700 to 3,600 meters. It has various medicinal uses and is known by different names in different regions. In English, it is called Brooklime, while in folk medicine it is

Introduction Vernonia terea Wall. ex DC., commonly known as bitterleaf or sappanwood, is a medicinal herb belonging to the family Compositae; Asteraceae. It is native to the tropical Himalayas, specifically found from Kumaon to Sikkim, as well as regions in Bihar and Central India. This article explores the various health benefits of Vernonia terea, including

Introduction Vernonia patula Merrill, also known as V. chinensis Less., is a plant that belongs to the Compositae family, known as Asteraceae. This medicinal plant can be found in the Aka hills of Arunachal Pradesh, where it is often considered as a weed due to its invasive nature. However, this plant has extensive medicinal properties

Introduction Waltheria indica Linn, also known as W. americana Linn, belongs to the Sterculiaceae family. It is native to tropical regions of India and is commonly known as Shembudu in Siddha/Tamil and Khar-Duudhi in Bengal folklore. Medicinal Properties The plant has various medicinal properties. It is known to have emollient, bechic, febrifuge, purgative, and abortifacient

Introduction: Wendlandia exserta DC., commonly known as Tilaka, belongs to the Rubiaceae family. It is found in the Sub-Himalayan region, as well as states like West Bengal, Madhya Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, and Maharashtra in India. This article aims to explore the traditional uses and medicinal properties of this herb. Habitat: Wendlandia exserta DC. thrives in

Introduction Wendlandia tinctoria DC., also known as Tilak in Ayurveda, is a medicinal plant belonging to the Rubiaceae family. It can be found in the Sub-Himalayan tract from Garhwal eastwards to Bhutan and the Khasi hills. This article will explore the therapeutic properties of Wendlandia tinctoria in relation to treating cramps in cholera patients. Therauptic