Henna is a flowering plant from Lythraceae (Loosestrife family) plant family that includes almost 620 species. Henna is botanically known as Lawsonia inermis, which is the only plant species in the Lawsonia genus. Henna is native to India, North Africa, and Southwest Asia. The plant has been found in warm parts of North and South […]
Sarpagandha or Indian Snakeroot is an effective medicinal herb in traditional medicines. It is one of the most famous herbs in Ayurveda due to its powerful medicinal values to treat various diseases. The root of Sarpagandha has been used as an effective remedy for hypertension since ancient times. The root of this plant is similar to […]
The punga poo is scientifically known as Pongamia pinnata. It is a multipurpose leguminous tree that has non-edible oil. The punga poo is also known as Karanja. India is the native of this tree, and it is widely distributed in northern Australia, south-east Asia, and Indonesia. This plant is naturally grown in the rocky outcrops […]
What is White Chickpea? Chickpeas are also called garbanzo beans that come under the legume family. In Middle Eastern countries, chickpeas are one of the most famous ingredients. Its nutty taste and grainy texture can blend well with all other foods. As it is high in minerals, fiber, and vitamins, it can provide many health […]
Agarwood is the most famous wood around the world due to its amazing fragrance. It is generally used to produce oil, perfume, incense, and effective herbal medicines. It is more expensive than gold. It is obtained from the tree bark, the resin and oil of this wood are widely used in cosmetic products and Ayurvedic […]
Cyperus Rotundus is a perennial herbaceous plant that is closely related to the botanical families Cyperus Esculentus and Chufa. This herbaceous plant is native to southern Europe, Central Europe, France, Africa, South Asia, and Austria. Known by various names such as Nut Grass, Red Nut Sedge, Purple Nut Sedge, Java Grass, Coco Grass, Khmer Kravanh […]
What is Kodo Millet? Kodo millet or varagu is one of the ancient fast-growing plants that grow up to 1 to 2 meters in height. Due to its long and wide leaves, this plant looks like a shrub. Kodo millet was an excellent crop among farmers and during the famine due to its low fertility […]
Arjuna is an effective medicinal herb that has been widely used in Ayurvedic medicine since ancient times. It is mainly used to treat heart diseases because it has powerful cardio-strengthening and cardioprotective properties. It strengthens your heart muscle and regulates the heartbeat. Arjuna is a rich source of minerals that helps to prevent bone loss […]
Mesquite is a generic name for a variety of plants in the genus Prosopis, it usually consists of more than 40 small legume trees. Except the creeping mesquite (native to Argentina) in this species, all the rest are native to the Southwestern United States, Mexico, and South America. Prosopis Juliflora grows in large numbers in […]
The botanical name of the false black pepper is Embelia Ribes Burm. The other common names of this false black pepper are Nainidang, Vidanga, and Vavding. It is a large tropical forest woody scandent shrub. This plant has the gland-dotted leaves and slender branches. It is one of the powerful anti-parasitic herbs in the Ayurveda; […]
