Herb Encyclopedia

Reduces stress and cortisolBoosts strength and staminaEnhances sleep quality

Ashwagandha

अश्वगंधा · Withania somnifera

The Strength Herb — Ancient Adaptogen

Gentle bowel regulationLiver and blood detoxEye health support

Triphala

त्रिफला (Amalaki + Bibhitaki + Haritaki) · Amalaki (आमलकी) + Bibhitaki (बिभीतकी) + Haritaki (हरीतकी)

The Three-Fruit Formula — Ayurveda's Master Cleanser

Enhances memory and learningReduces anxiety and mental fatigueNeuroprotective properties

Brahmi

ब्राह्मी · Bacopa monnieri

The Brain Tonic — Ancient Nootropic

Hormonal balanceReproductive health supportEnhances breast milk in lactating mothers

Shatavari

शतावरी · Asparagus racemosus

The Women's Herb — Nourisher of Vitality

Powerful anti-inflammatoryLiver detoxificationSkin brightening and healing

Turmeric

हरिद्रा · Curcuma longa

The Golden Healer — Ayurveda's Universal Spice

Immune system fortificationRespiratory health and bronchitis reliefReduces stress hormones

Tulsi (Holy Basil)

तुलसी · Ocimum tenuiflorum

The Sacred Plant — Adaptogen & Immune Guardian

Blood purificationAntibacterial skin careBlood sugar support

Neem

निम्ब · Azadirachta indica

The Village Pharmacy — Blood Purifier

PittaVataKapha

Amla (Indian Gooseberry)

आमलकी · Phyllanthus emblica

The Vitamin C Powerhouse — Rejuvenator

Richest natural Vitamin C sourceHair strength and pigmentationAnti-aging and cellular repair

Powerful immunity modulatorReduces chronic inflammationAnti-pyretic (fever reducer)

Giloy (Guduchi)

गुडूची · Tinospora cordifolia

The Heart-Leafed Moonseed — Immunity Root

Kindles digestive fire (Agni)Nausea and motion sickness reliefAnti-inflammatory for joints

Ginger (Shunthi)

शुण्ठी · Zingiber officinale

The Universal Medicine — Agni Kindler

Reduces hair fall and promotes growthDelays premature greyingNourishes scalp and follicles

Bhringraj

भृंगराज · Eclipta prostrata

The King of Hair — Scalp Rejuvenator

Elevates mood and reduces mild depressionSkin brightening and complexion enhancementAntioxidant powerhouse

Saffron (Kumkuma)

कुंकुम · Crocus sativus

The Royal Spice — Joy and Radiance

Reduces joint pain and osteoarthritis (Sandhivata) symptomsDecreases morning stiffnessSupports cartilage repair

Shallaki (Boswellia)

शल्लकी · Boswellia serrata

The Joint Healer — Ortho Guardian

Reduces joint inflammation and swellingHelps manage healthy cholesterol levelsAids in healthy weight management

Guggulu

गुग्गुलु · Commiphora mukul

The Scraper — Weight & Joint Manager

Boosts testosterone and male fertilityEnhances physical stamina and energySupports healthy aging

Shilajit

शिलाजीत · Asphaltum punjabianum

The Destroyer of Weakness — Men's Vitality

Clears chronic lung congestion and asthmaImproves respiratory capacityEnhances digestion without aggravating Pitta as much as black pepper

Pippali (Long Pepper)

पिप्पली · Piper longum

The Lung Cleanser — Asthma Support

Improves memory and concentrationReduces mental stress and anxietySupports restful sleep

Shankhapushpi

शंखपुष्पी · Convolvulus pluricaulis

The Memory Herb — Mind Rejuvenator

Purifies the blood and lymphClears acne and skin rashesSupports liver function

Manjistha

मंजिष्ठा · Rubia cordifolia

The Blood Purifier — Skin Guardian

Supports kidney functionReduces water retention (edema)Protects liver health

Punarnava

पुनर्नवा · Boerhavia diffusa

The Renewer — Kidney & Liver Guardian

Soothes sore throats and coughsManages acidity and stomach ulcersSupports adrenal health

Licorice (Yashtimadhu)

यष्टिमधु · Glycyrrhiza glabra

The Sweet Root — Throat & Gut Healer

Vata

Bala

बला · Sida cordifolia

The Strength Provider — Vitality Herb

Builds physical strength and staminaNourishes the nervous systemSupports reproductive health

Powerful Vata pacifierReduces systemic inflammationSupports respiratory health

Dashamoola

दशमूल · Formula of Ten Roots

The Ten Roots — Ultimate Vata Balancer

Vata

Sesame Seeds (Til)

तिल · Sesamum indicum

The King of Oils — Deeply Grounding

High in calcium for bone healthDeeply lubricating for dry skin/jointsGrounds the nervous system

Improves digestion and eliminationEnhances brain function and memoryProtects heart health

Haritaki

हरीतकी · Terminalia chebula

The King of Medicines — Total Rejuvenator

Kapha

Bibhitaki

बिभीतकी · Terminalia bellirica

The Fearless Fruit — Kapha Reducer

Clears respiratory congestionSupports healthy hair growthAids in weight management

KaphaPitta

Gudmar

गुड़मार · Gymnema sylvestre

The Sugar Destroyer — Diabetes Support

Supports healthy blood sugar levelsReduces sugar cravingsSupports weight management

Strengthens heart musclesSupports healthy blood pressureImproves cardiac circulation

Arjuna

अर्जुन · Terminalia arjuna

The Heart Hero — Cardiac Tonic