Ayurvedic Herb Encyclopedia

The Complete Guide to Ancient Medicinal Plants

Comprehensive, evidence-based guides to 25 Ayurvedic herbs — covering botanical details, Ayurvedic properties (Rasa-Virya-Vipaka), health benefits, dosage guidelines, safety information, and the rich historical stories behind each herb.

25
Herbs Documented
8
Categories
3,000+
Years of Tradition
🌿
Ashwagandha
Withania somnifera
Premier adaptogen that builds strength, calms the nervous system, and rejuvenates the body. One of the most researched h...
Adaptogen
🧠
Brahmi
Bacopa monnieri
The herb of grace, renowned for enhancing memory, intellect, and mental clarity. Named after Brahma, the creator god, fo...
Nervine
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Turmeric
Curcuma longa
The golden spice with powerful anti-inflammatory and blood-purifying properties. Used for over 4,000 years in Indian med...
Detox
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Tulsi
Ocimum sanctum
The queen of herbs, a sacred plant for respiratory health, immunity, and stress resilience. Worshipped in millions of In...
Respiratory
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Neem
Azadirachta indica
The village pharmacy — a potent bitter herb for skin purification, blood cleansing, and pest control. Every part of the ...
Detox
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Shatavari
Asparagus racemosus
The queen of herbs for women — a nourishing rejuvenative that supports hormonal balance, fertility, and lactation. The f...
Rejuvenative
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Amla
Emblica officinalis
The richest natural source of vitamin C and the single greatest Rasayana in Ayurveda. A powerful rejuvenative for longev...
Rejuvenative
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Triphala
Three-fruit compound (Haritaki + Bibhitaki + Amalaki)
The classic three-fruit formula for gentle detox, digestive health, and overall rejuvenation. The longest continuously p...
Digestive
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Ginger
Zingiber officinale
The universal medicine — a warming digestive stimulant that kindles Agni, relieves nausea, and supports immunity. One of...
Digestive
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Licorice
Glycyrrhiza glabra
A soothing demulcent that heals the throat, supports respiration, and harmonizes herbal formulas. 50 times sweeter than ...
Respiratory
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Guduchi
Tinospora cordifolia
The divine nectar — a premier immunomodulator that balances all three doshas. Named "Amrita" (nectar of immortality) for...
Immune
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Moringa
Moringa oleifera
The miracle tree — packed with nutrients and antioxidants for comprehensive nourishment. Gram for gram, one of the most ...
Immune
🐚
Shankhpushpi
Convolvulus pluricaulis
A calming nervine that sharpens intellect, improves memory, and promotes restful sleep. One of only four herbs classifie...
Nervine
❤️
Arjuna
Terminalia arjuna
The guardian of the heart — a cardioprotective bark that strengthens cardiac function, lowers cholesterol, and supports ...
Circulatory
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Guggulu
Commiphora mukul
A resinous purifier that scrapes toxins from tissues, lowers cholesterol, and reduces inflammation. One of Ayurveda most...
Circulatory
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Haritaki
Terminalia chebula
The king of medicines — a gentle laxative and rejuvenative that balances all three doshas. Depicted in the hands of the ...
Digestive
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Bibhitaki
Terminalia bellirica
A rejuvenative fruit that clears excess Kapha from the lungs, supports respiratory health, and strengthens hair and voic...
Respiratory
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Pippali
Piper longum
The original "pepper" — a powerful bioenhancer that kindles digestion, improves herb absorption, and rejuvenates the res...
Digestive
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Cardamom
Elettaria cardamomum
The queen of spices — a fragrant carminative that soothes digestion, freshens breath, and balances all three doshas. The...
Digestive
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Cinnamon
Cinnamomum verum
A warming bark that improves circulation, regulates blood sugar, and enhances digestion. Ayurveda distinguishes true cin...
Circulatory
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Gokshura
Tribulus terrestris
A rejuvenative herb for urinary health, vitality, and reproductive strength. One of the ten herbs in the legendary Dasha...
Rejuvenative
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Bhringaraj
Eclipta alba
The king of hair — a cooling herb that nourishes the liver, calms the mind, and promotes hair growth. The primary ingred...
Nervine
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Manjistha
Rubia cordifolia
The best blood purifier in Ayurveda — clears skin conditions, purifies the lymphatic system, and promotes radiant comple...
Detox
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Kutki
Picrorhiza kurroa
A potent Himalayan bitter that detoxifies the liver and clears excess Pitta and Kapha. Grows only above 3,000 meters — o...
Detox
🔔
Vacha
Acorus calamus
A warming nervine that clears the mind, opens subtle channels, and enhances speech and intellect. The herb of Brihaspati...
Nervine

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