ALOES

USES Its use is recommended in Ayurveda as a skin conditioner and in the treatment of non-healing ulcers, burn injuries and in treating the liver diseases like jaundice. Experimental studies on Aloe suggest its positive cosmetic value and wound healing properties. Also it was observed that internal use of Aloes evokes positive immune response in experimental animals. The use of Aloe vera is bestowed with multifaceted benefits for skin. By virtue of these properties, it is used frequently in the skin care preparations across the globe. ARECA NUT, BETEL NUT

USES Kramuka finds its commonest use in mouth freshener formulations in India through aegis. Its use has also been recommended in the prevention and treatment of obesity. It improves salivation (Sialagogue). Nutritional analysis of the nuts suggests it to be a richest source of organic chromium salts. The role of chromium in the metabolism of fat has been well established now through various studies.

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ASOK TREE

USES Ashoka has been traditionally used as a uterine tonic and has been indicated in menstrual irregularities ESP in DUB. Ashoka happens to be a uterine stimulant and increases uterine contractions. It also stimulates the ovarian tissue. ATIS ROOT

USES Atis root is primarily employed in the treatment of fevers including malarial conditions and acute respiratory disturbances. As compared to Aconite, which is an extremely toxic plant, Atis root is lesser toxic. However, it also undergoes the procedure of detoxification before being used in the manufacturing of Ayurvedic medicines. Experimental studies hint at its active anti-malarial and antipyretic activities.

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BASTARD PEAK

USES Flowers of the Bastard Peak have been used in ancient India in beauty care and to maintain complexion and suppleness of skin. Seeds have been employed in the treatment of worm infestations. Experimental studies suggest that administration of seeds in roundworm infestations is an effective approach. BENGAL QUINCE, BAEL FRUIT

USES Bilva has been used extensively in the treatment of dysentery and diabetes. Dried fruit pulp is used traditionally in many parts of India in preparation of summer drinks, which helps overcome sunstrokes. It was observed that fruit pulp adsorbs the toxins produced by bacteria and other pathogens in the intestine thus helping in the treatment of dysentery. Bark has been reported to have beneficial effects in diabetes.

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BHARANGEE

USES Bharangi is a one of the common herbs used in the treatment of common cold, chronic sinusitis, allergic rhinitis, cough and other chronic respiratory problems. It is also used by Ayurveda for relief from fever and hyper-pyrexia. Bharangi has been investigated for its antipyretic and antihistamine activities. CINNAMON BARK

USES Cinnamon bark is one of the common ingredients in spice mixtures used in India. Dalchini is known to increase salivation and to improve digestive functions. It also acts as a local antiseptic by virtue of its antibacterial action.

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CORIANDER FRUIT

USES Fresh leaves and seeds have been an integral parts of Indian dietetics. Chopped leaves and powdered coriander are used for garnishing various food items in India. Primarily both of them have a significant effect on the digestive process. Coriander prevents flatulence and controls spasmodic pain. Extract of coriander seeds has a marked antispasmodic activity. COUNTRY MALLOW, INDIAN MALLOW

Uses Atibala is considered as balya in Ayurveda, which means that it increases strength, vigor and vitality. It is used in facial paralysis and joint disorders. It is also indicated as a uterine tonic as well as an aphrodisiac.

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CREAT

USES Digestive: Promotes Digestion, Hepatoprotective: Protects the liver and gall bladder. Vermicidal: Kills intestinal worms & support intestine. Anti-acne: Protect skin from pimples. Antiinflammatory: Reduces swelling and cuts down exudation from capillaries. Antibacterial: Fights bacterial activity. Although Andrographis appears to have weak direct antibacterial action, it has remarkably beneficial effect in reducing diarrhea and symptoms arising from bacterial infections. Expectorant: Promotes mucus discharge from the respiratory system. Hypoglycemic: Blood sugar reducer. Immune Enhancement. Laxative: Aids bowel elimination CUTCH TREE, BLACK CATECHU

USES Cutch tree finds its major uses in the treatment of skin and respiratory problems more in particular, of allergic origin. Also, it is used as an important constituent for maintenance of oral hygiene and also as local treatment for bleeding injuries as styptic agent by virtue of its astringent properties.

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DEVIL'S COTTON

USES Devil's cotton is a uterine stimulant and is specifically indicated in amenorrhoea and oligomenorrhea. Due to its pain relieving activity it is also given in Dysmenorrhoea. It is given three days prior to the onset of menses and is continued till the second day of the cycle. EAGLE WOOD

USES Eagle wood is described as "rakshoghna". This description attributes it, a potent anti-microbial activity. Therefore, resin and heartwood of Eagle wood are employed by Ayurveda as local cleansing agents. Its internal use is also recommended for treatment of bed-wetting and incompetency of urinary bladder.

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ELEPHANT CREEPER

USES Roots of Elephant Creeper have been extensively used to control inflammation of varied nature. Experimental studies justify such usage by establishing its potent anti inflammatory activity. GARLIC

USES Garlic has a very long folk history of use in a wide range of ailments, particularly ailments such as ringworm, Candida and vaginitis where it's fungicidal, antiseptic, tonic and parasiticidal properties have proved of benefit. The plant produces inhibitory effects on gram-negative germs of the typhoid-paratyphoid-enteritis group; indeed it possesses outstanding germicidal properties and can keep amoebic dysentery at bay. It is also said to have anticancer activity. Garlic reduces glucose metabolism in diabetics, slows the development of arteriosclerosis and lowers the risk of further heart attacks in myocardial infarct patients. Externally, the expressed juice is an excellent antiseptic for treating wounds.

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GREATER CARDAMOM

USES It has been traditionally used as an appetizer, a digestant as well as an antispasmodic. It stimulates the heart and has also been used as an expectorant. The seeds are also used as constituents of mouthwashes. GREATER GALANGAL

USES Stimulant and carminative. It is especially useful in flatulence, dyspepsia, vomiting and sickness at stomach, being recommended as a remedy for seasickness. It tones up the tissues and is sometimes prescribed in fever. The powder is sniffed in catarrh. Modern research has proved its bronchodilator property. Galangal is used in cattle medicine, and the Arabs use it to make their horses fiery. It is included in several compound preparations, but is not now often employed alone.

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HIMALAYAN SILVER BIRCH

USES The papery layer of Birch bark is considered to be highly astringent agent. By virtue of such quality its external use is recommended as styptic (to stop bleeding) and to stop any purulent discharge. Hence it is used more often to clean the wounds. Ayurveda also uses Birch in many formulations for obesity and other disorders of lipid metabolism. It has been described to be effective herb for treatment of obesity. HOG WEED, HORSE PURSLENE.

USES Punarnava is mainly used to treat accumulation of fluids (Oedematous conditions) in the body. It is considered to be an effective "Rasayana". It is also used in the treatment of anemia and liver diseases. It has been identified to act as a diuretic, anti inflammatory and hepatoprotective agent.

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HOLY BASIL

USES Indian mythology attaches a great significance to Basil by recognizing it as a holy herb. Perhaps, such significance comes from the actual health usess of the herb. Its use is recommended as a first aid in the treatment of respiratory, digestive and skin diseases. Apart from these common ailments, Ayurveda also recognizes its use for the diseases ranging up to tumerous growths. Experimental studies identify it to be a highly promising immunomodulator, cytoprotective and anticancer agent. INDIAN BEDELIUM, GUM-GUGUL

USES Guggulu is a gum resinous exudate, which is tapped by specific traditional methods. Such resinous mass undergoes a process of purification to make it fit for human use. This is one of the important drugs used by Ayurveda in the treatment of joint disorders and heart diseases. It is one
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of the herbs investigated extensively to revalidate the claims mentioned in the Ayurveda. It was observed that Guggulu is a promising hypolipidaemic drug. Further it was also observed that Guggulu offers and effective treatment in rheumatoid arthritis.

INDIAN GUM ARABIC

USES Babul bark finds its primary usess in oral & dental hygiene, burn injuries and in the management of skin diseases. Being an astringent agent, twigs of Babula have been used in India as natural toothbrushes. Such use has been time-tested approach in prevention of bleeding gums. In burn injuries, use of Babula bark powder has been a trusted remedy. It is believed that, Babula hastens the healing process of burn injuries and minimizes the scar formation. Decoction prepared out of Babul bark is employed for cleansing infected wounds. Internal use of Babula is recommended in treatment of skin diseases. INDIAN LABURNUM, PURGING CASSIA

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USES Bark of the Aragvadha is extensively used by Ayurveda in the treatment of inflammatory swellings and as a cleaning agent for ulcers and wounds. It is believed to decrease purulent discharge and act as a local antiseptic. The fruits are also used as a laxative. Aragvadha is considered to maintain the balance of water content in the bowel mass to ensure smooth defecation. INDIAN OLIBANUM

USES Ayurveda has used Shallaki extensively in the treatment of painful joint diseases and other inflammatory conditions. Its anti inflammatory activity has been studied in different dimensions. These studies observed Shallaki to be a potent anti-inflammatory agent working through varied mechanisms of action. Its resin has been identified to exert multidimensional anti-inflammatory effects. Through a battery of evidence Shallaki preparation are recommended to ensure free mobility of joints.

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INDIAN PENNYWORT

USES Mandookaparni is used as a "Medhya Rasayana" and in the treatment of skin and mental ailments. In many parts of India, it is used as a substitute of Brahmi (Bacopa monnjera). Its nootropic (nourishment effects on nervous tissue) and immunomodulatory activities have been well investigated. Comparative studies between Mandukaparni and Brahmi have shown it similar to Brahmi in action. However, it is gentler as compared to latter, as regards to its effect on brain and nervous tissue. INDIAN SENNA, TINNEVELLY SENNA.

USES Senna leaves have been extensively used by Ayurveda and other traditional system of medicine as a laxative. It is one of the safe and effective remedies in the treatment of constipation. Its laxative effect has been investigated in detail. These investigations suggest that it helps to maintain a harmonious peristalsis of large intestine.

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MALABAR NUT

USES Ayurveda uses Vasa extensively in the treatment of cough and other respiratory ailments. Liquid extract of the plant is used in many pharmaceutical formulations as an expectorant. Experimental investigations suggest that Adusadilates finer bronchioles and ensures a smooth expectoration. It was also observed to act as an antihistamine agent. MARGOSA TREE

USES Neem is considered a boon for mankind by nature. Use of Neem has been recommended by Ayurveda for a wide range of diseases. Such usage is attributed to its purification effect on blood. Scientific research on Neem demonstrates it to be a Panacea. It is suggested to be an antibacterial, anthelmintic, antiviral, anticancer and more importantly Immunomodulatory agent.

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ONION

USES Onion has been an important constituent in the foods all over the world. In experimental studies it was observed that use of onions reduces blood sugar levels in experimental diabetes. Also it was observed that onions inhibit platelet aggregation and control higher lipid content in the blood (Hyperlipidaemia). In some other studies it was observed that ointment prepared from the onions minimize the scars formation in burn injury. PELLITORY

USES Pellitory root is widely used because of its pungent efficacy in relieving toothache and in promoting a free flow of saliva. The British Pharmacopoeia directs that it be used as a masticatory, and in the form of lozenges for its reflex action on the salivary glands in dryness of the mouth and throat. The tincture made from the dried root may be applied to relieve the aching of a decayed tooth, applied on cotton wool, or rubbed on the gums, and for this purpose may
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with advantage be mixed with camphorated chloroform. It forms an addition to many dentifrices. Being a rubefacient and local irritant, when sliced and applied to the skin, it induces heat, tingling and redness. The powdered root forms a good snuff to cure chronic catarrh of the head and nostrils and to clear the brain, by exciting a free flow of nasal mucous and tears. It is also used in premature ejaculation. PERSIAN MANNA PLANT

USES The whole plant is diaphoretic, diuretic, expectorant and laxative. Oil from the leaves is used in the treatment of rheumatism. The flowers are used in the treatment of piles. It is also used in vomiting, stomachache and constipation. The juice of leaves is instilled in nose in headache.

PINEAPPLE

USES Pineapple juice is taken as a diuretic and to expedite labor, also as a gargle in cases of sore throat and as an antidote for seasickness. The flesh of very young (toxic) fruits is deliberately ingested to achieve abortion (a little with honey on 3 successive mornings); also to expel intestinal

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worms; and as a drastic treatment for venereal diseases. In Africa the dried, powdered root is a remedy for edema. The crushed rind is applied on fractures and the rind decoction with rosemary is applied on hemorrhoids. Indians in Panama use the leaf juice as a purgative, emmenagogue and vermifuge. PRICKLY CHAFF FLOWER

USES Apamarga has been extensively used in Ayurveda as an anti-inflammatory agent besides being useful in Hemorrhoids, indigestion, cough, asthma, and anemia, jaundice and snake bite. Apamarg oil is used locally in earache. The root powder is sprinkled over the lesion in skin diseases. SAGE-LEAVED ALANGIUM

USES Ankol has been used by traditional healers in the treatment of skin cancers by means of local uses of the root. It is also used locally for the treatment of snakebite, scorpion bite as well as for dog bite. It also reduces blood pressure when taken orally due to its vasodilator activity.
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SHAL LEAVED BUSH

USES Shalparni is a component of Dashmula group. Like other ingredients of Dashmula, it has a marked analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties. It is also used as an important constituent in many "Rasayana" formulations. Being a member of Dashmula group, it exhibits considerable analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties. SPIRAL FLAG

USES Kemukha is primarily used by Ayurveda in the treatment of disturbances in lipid metabolism like obesity, hyperlipidaemia. It is also considered useful in the management of diabetes. It is thought to cause contraction in the uterine muscles. Therefore, has also been used to correct irregular menstruation and during parturition.

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STAFF TREE

USES More often different parts of staff tree are used to overcome pain and local inflammations. However, Ayurveda recognizes its seeds as an effective nervine tonic. Its use is recommended in chronic debilitating diseases of nervous system. Also, staff tree finds its uses to promote memory and learning abilities. SWEET FLAG

USES The root is carminative, slightly tonic, and excitant, and forms a useful adjunct to other tonics and stimulants. It may be used in cases of flatulent colic, atonic dyspepsia, feebleness of the digestive organs, and to aid the action of cinchona or quinine in intermittent. It forms an excellent substitute, in syrup, for Godfrey"s cordial. In flatulent colic of infants it is best combined with magnesia. Externally, it is a valuable uses to indolent ulcers, and to keep up the discharges from blistered surfaces and issues. Dose of the infusion made by scalding 4 drachms
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of the root, coarsely bruised, in 8 fluid ounces of water, from 4 to 6 fluid ounces; of the powdered root, 20 to 40 grains; a tincture may be prepared from 1 part of the root and 5 parts of alcohol. THREE LEAVED CAPER

USES Varuna (the God of water) attains its name in Sanskrit because of its effect on the bodily fluids and urinary system. It is recommended by the Ayurveda in the treatment of various urinary problems including stones in kidney, ureters and bladder. Brief investigations on Varuna suggest it for its urinary, antiseptic and litholytic (stone breaking) actions. THYME LEAVED GRATIOLA

USES Brahmi is highly acclaimed for its "Medhya Rasayana" properties. Such property renders it to be an effective herb to enhance memory and learning process. Experimental and clinical research
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indicates that use of Brahmi extract reduces anxiety levels by influencing various neurohumoral complexes and increases immediate memory span. It has been successfully used in enhancing memory and other positive mental faculties in both normal and mentally retarded children with encouraging results. VELVET LEAF TREE

USES Patha is used in the treatment of chronic non-healing ulcers and sinuses. It is also used in the treatment of chronic skin diseases and in the treatment of poisonous bites. Its anti-inflammatory activity has been investigated with encouraging results. WILD ASPARAGUS

USES Shatavari is a well-recognized herb for its action as a nutritive tonic. Its use is specifically recommended to enhance lactation in nursing mothers. The marked increase in lactation by Shatavari has been scientifically proven today. Technically termed as galactogogue this effect is
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attributed to its action on the prolaction hormone level. Besides, it is recommended to improve physical stamina and immunity. Role of Shatavari in enhancing immunity functions has also been proven scientifically. WINTER CHERRY

USES Roots of Winter cherry are highly acclaimed tonic for brain and nervous system in Ayurveda. Its usage is recommended in preventive health care. It is considered as "Medhya" which implies to its beneficial effects to the brain. Detail investigations, both clinical and experimental, observed that Ashwagandha acts as an antistress and adaptogenic herb. Regular use of Ashwagandha improves stress tolerance, thereby enhancing the mental capabilities. It is also known to improve the quality of immune functions. By virtue of these uses it is often referred to as "Indian Ginseng". YELLOW BARLERIA

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USES The herb is considered "Vajradanti" described in ancient Ayurvedic literature. The word stands for diamond teeth-which implies that, it strengthens teeth and make them as hard as diamond. Thus, in some parts of India, its twigs are used in various forms in dental hygiene. CHIRATA PLANT

USES Skin Desease, Burning, censation, fever. LONG PEPPER

USES Appetizer, enlarged spleen , Bronchities, Cold, antidote.

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KANTAKARI PLANT

USES Diuretic, Antiinflamatory, Appetiser, Stomachic. MAKOI PLANT

USES Dropsy, General debility,Diuretic, anti dysenteric. BHUMI AMLA

USES Aenimic, jaundice, Dropsy.

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SANDALWOOD TREE

USES Skin disorder, Burning, sensation, Jaundice, Cough.

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