Medicinal Herbs

Introduction: Lesser Periwinkle, scientifically known as Vinca minor Linn., belongs to the Apocynaceae family. This beautiful plant is commonly grown in Indian gardens as an ornamental. However, beyond its aesthetic appeal, Lesser Periwinkle has a long history of medicinal use. Its astringent properties and circulatory stimulating effects, thanks to the alkaloid vincamine, make it a

Introduction Purple Fleabane, also known as Ash coloured Fleabane, is a medicinal plant that belongs to the Compositae; Asteraceae family. It is widely distributed throughout India and is commonly found in waste places and roadside areas. In Ayurveda, it is known as Sahadevi, Uttamkanyaka, and Dandotpalaa, while in Siddha/Tamil medicine, it is called Naichotte Poonde.

Introduction Uraria picta Desv., also known as Prishniparni, Prithakparni, Simhapushpi, Kalashi, Dhaavani, Guhaa, Chitraparni in Ayurveda, is a plant belonging to the Papilionaceae; Fabaceae family. It is native to India and can be found in dry grasslands throughout the country. In Siddha and Tamil medicine, it is known as Oripai. Medicinal Uses The root of

Introduction: Usnea longissima (Ach) is a species of lichen that belongs to the Usneaceae family. This unique organism can be commonly found in the temperate and alpine regions of the Himalayas, where it grows as a moss on trees. Known as “Ushnaa” in Unani medicine and simply as “lichen” in English, Usnea longissima has been

Introduction: Prishniparni, scientifically known as Uraria lagopoides DC., is a flowering plant belonging to the Papilionaceae or Fabaceae family. It is primarily found in the grasslands of Bihar, Orissa, West Bengal, and Palni Hills. In Ayurvedic and Siddha medicine, Prishniparni is highly valued for its medicinal properties and has been used for centuries to treat

Introduction Zanthoxylum budrunga Wall. ex DC, also known as Z. limonella (Dennst.) Alston and Z. rhetsa DC, is a plant belonging to the Rutaceae family. It is commonly found in the foothills of Assam, Meghalaya, and Peninsular India. In Ayurveda, it is known as Tumburu in Kerala and Ashvaghra and Tejabala in other regions. Siddha/Tamil

Introduction Viscum album Linn, also known as European Mistletoe, is a plant belonging to the Viscaceae; Loranthaceae family. It is found in the temperate Himalayas, specifically from Kashmir to Nepal, at elevations between 1,200 and 2,700 meters. This plant is considered semi-parasitic. European Mistletoe has various traditional names in different languages. In Ayurveda, it is

Introduction Vicia faba Linn., also known as Broad bean or Windsor bean, is a plant native to North Africa but commonly grown in Northwestern India. In Unani medicine, fresh beans are often prescribed for cough and resolving inflammations. They can be cooked alone or with meat for this purpose. Additionally, the bean and flowers can

Introduction Viola tricolor Linn., commonly known as Heartsease or Wild Pansy, is a herb native to Europe. It is often grown as an ornamental plant due to its beautiful flowers. In the Unani system of medicine, a related species of Viola tricolor called Banafashaa is used for its medicinal properties. Therauptic potential of Viola tricolor