Herbal Encyclopedia
Herbs & Natural Substances
Explore the plants and natural substances used across traditional medicine systems — their properties, uses, and role in holistic healing.

Brahmi
Bacopa monnieri
Brahmi is a well-known herb in traditional Indian medicine, revered for its ability to enhance learning, memory, and concentration. It is believed to calm the mind and reduce mental fatigue.

Brahmi Leaves
Bacopa monnieri
Brahmi, also known as Bacopa monnieri, is a creeping herb revered in traditional medicine. It is recognized for its cognitive-enhancing properties and is also used externally for its soothing and anti-inflammatory effects.

Būra-I Armanī (Armenian Bole)

Calcified Coral

Calcified Mica

Chaksu
Cassia absus Linn.
Chaksu is the seed of the Cassia absus plant, an important herb in Unani medicine. It is recognized for its therapeutic benefits, particularly for eye conditions.

Chanda Marutha Chenduram
Chanda Marutha Chenduram is a potent Siddha herbo-mineral preparation. It is traditionally employed to manage chronic inflammatory conditions like arthritis and to promote overall rejuvenation.
Chariata
Swertia chirayita (Roxb. ex Flem.)
Chariata, or Indian Gentian, is a herb known for its intensely bitter taste and significant medicinal value in traditional Unani practices. It is often used to promote health.

Chirayata
Swertia chirata
Chirayata is a herbaceous plant found in the Himalayas, renowned for its intensely bitter taste. It has a long history of use in Ayurvedic and folk medicine for its febrifugal and tonic properties.

Chirchita
Lycium barbarum Linn.
Chirchita, also known as Matrimony Vine, is a deciduous shrub with a long history of use in traditional medicine. It is recognized for its diuretic properties, assisting the body in flushing out unwanted substances.

Chitramutti Nei
Acalypha indica
Chitramutti Nei is a Siddha herbal ghee preparation made with the root of Chitramutti (Acalypha indica). It is recognized for its potent anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving actions, especially for joint disorders.

Chittrarathai
Alpinia galanga
Chittrarathai is a rhizomatous herb widely used in traditional medicine. It is valued for its ability to address various inflammatory conditions.
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