Introduction Monk’s Pepper-Tree, scientifically known as Vitex agnus-castus Linn., is a medicinal plant belonging to the Verbenaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and Southwest Asian countries, including Pakistan. This article will explore the various traditional uses, action, and benefits of Monk’s Pepper-Tree, also known as Hemp tree, in Ayurvedic and Unani medicine. […]

Introduction Vitex trifolia Linn., commonly known as Sinduvaara or Nirgundi (white var.), is a plant belonging to the Verbenaceae family. It can be found throughout India in tropical and subtropical regions. In Ayurveda, it is also referred to as Sinduvaara or Nirgundi, while in Siddha/Tamil medicine, it is known as Karu Nochi or Siru Nochi.

Introduction Volutarella ramosa, also known as Baadaavard or Al-baavard in Unani medicine, is a medicinal plant that belongs to the Compositae family. It can be found all over India, except in West Bengal and eastwards. This plant is also known by its synonyms V. divaricata Benth & Hook. f. and Tricholepis procumbens Wight. In Maharashtra,

Introduction Pale Catechu, also known as Gambier, is a plant species belonging to the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Malaysia and Indonesia, where it has been used for centuries for its medicinal properties. In Ayurvedic medicine, a related species called Khadira is also used. The plant has also been referred to as Chinai Katthaa

Introduction Yucca filamentosa Linn, also known as Adam’s Needle, is a plant native to the southern United States and has been introduced into Indian gardens. The plant’s rhizomes and leaves have been used for centuries in traditional medicine to treat various disorders, including glandular conditions, liver and gallbladder issues, and bilious headaches with a yellow

Introduction Yucca gloriosa Linn, also known as Spanish Dagger-Plant or Adam’s Needle, is a plant native to Central America that has been introduced into India as a garden plant. This plant has various medicinal properties and is commonly used to treat a range of ailments. Biomedical Action One of the actions of Yucca gloriosa is

Wrightia tomentosa Roem. & Schult., also known as W. arborea (Dennst.) Mabberley, is a plant belonging to the Apocynaceae family. It is native to regions such as Punjab, Rajasthan, Bihar, Assam, and the Western Peninsula. In Ayurvedic medicine, it is referred to as Kutaja (red-flowered) and Indrayava for its seeds. In Siddha/Tamil medicine, it is

Introduction Zanthoxylum armatum DC. also known as Toothache tree or Indian Prickly Ash, belongs to the Rutaceae family. It is found in the Jammu & Kashmir and Garhwal regions. In Ayurveda, it is referred to as Tumburu (fruit), Tejabala, Tejaswani, Tejohva, or Tejovati (stem bark). In Unani, it is known as Faaghir or Kabaab-eKhandaan, and

Introduction Wedelia calendulaceae Less. non-Rich is a plant belonging to the Compositae; Asteraceae family. It can be found in Bengal, Assam, Konkan, and Tamil Nadu. In Ayurvedic medicine, it is known as Bhringaraaja (yellowflowered var.), Pitabhringi, Pitabhringa-raaja, Avanti, Kesharaaja, Kesharaaga. In Siddha/Tamil medicine, it is known as Manjal karisaalai, Potralai kaiyan tagarai, Patalai Kaiantakerai. Therauptic

Introduction: Vegetable Rennet, scientifically known as Withania coagulans Dunal, is a medicinal plant that belongs to the Solanaceae family. It is native to drier regions of Punjab, Gujarat, Simla, and Kumaon. This plant, also referred to as Indian Cheese-maker, has been widely used in traditional medicine systems like Unani, Siddha, and Tamil for its various