Classical Ayurvedic herbs with Sanskrit, Malayalam, and English names. Each entry covers Rasa (taste), Guna (quality), Virya (potency), Vipaka (post-digestive effect), and traditional uses.
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100 herbs catalogued · sourced from Charaka Samhita, Ashtanga Hridayam and Kerala practice traditions
अभ्रक भस्म
Mica Bhasma. Lung-Rasayana, top Sahasraputi prep.
Asthma, debility, anemia, chronic disease.
अगस्त्य
Sesbania grandiflora. Leaves classical Chaturthika fever herb.
Quartan fever, anemia, eye disorders.
अग्निमन्थ
Premna integrifolia. Brihat Panchamoola tree.
Edema, anemia, obesity, joint pain.
अहिफेन
Papaver somniferum. Latex — classical use highly regulated.
Severe diarrhea, intractable pain (regulated).
आमलकी
Phyllanthus emblica. Highest natural Vitamin C source. Triphala constituent.
Acidity, hair fall, skin glow, diabetes, immunity, anti-aging Rasayana.
अमृता
Tinospora cordifolia ("Guduchi"). The "ambrosia" — top Rasayana.
Fever (esp. chronic/recurrent), immunity, diabetes, liver disorders.
अपामार्ग
Achyranthes aspera. Whole plant — Kshara source.
Edema, kidney stones, skin disorders, dental.
आरग्वध
Cassia fistula. The state flower of Kerala, gentle laxative.
Constipation, skin diseases, fever (children/elderly).
अर्जुन
Terminalia arjuna. Bark — classical cardiac tonic.
Heart disease, hypertension, cholesterol, fractures.
अर्क
Calotropis gigantea. Latex used externally for joint pain.
Skin disorders, joint pain (external), worms (cautious).
असन
Pterocarpus marsupium. "Vijayasara" of Ayurveda.
Diabetes, obesity, skin diseases, blood disorders.
अशोक
Saraca asoca. Bark — premier uterine tonic.
Menorrhagia, dysmenorrhea, leucorrhea, uterine disorders.
अश्वगन्धा
Withania somnifera. Adaptogenic root, classical Rasayana.
Stress, insomnia, fatigue, infertility, immunity, neurodegeneration.
अश्वत्थ
Ficus religiosa. Sacred temple tree, Panchavalkala.
Diabetes, skin disorders, wound healing, asthma.
अतिविषा
Aconitum heterophyllum. Non-toxic Aconite — pediatric digestive.
Pediatric diarrhea, fever, indigestion.
बला
Sida cordifolia. Strength-giving herb, Bala Taila base.
Vata disorders, debility, paralysis, neurological disorders.
भङ्ग
Cannabis sativa. Used in classical formulations under strict Vaidya supervision.
Insomnia, pain (classical use, regulated).
भारङ्गी
Clerodendrum serratum. Root — premier asthma herb.
Asthma, chronic cough, sinusitis, fever.
भृङ्गराज
Eclipta alba. The hair herb of Kerala.
Hair fall, premature greying, liver disorders, eye health.
भूमिकूष्माण्ड
Dioscorea bulbifera. Tuber — anti-helminthic, women's health.
Worms, leucorrhea, debility.
भूम्यामलकी
Phyllanthus niruri. Liver herb par excellence.
Hepatitis, jaundice, liver disorders, kidney stones, diabetes.
विभीतकी
Terminalia bellirica. Third pillar of Triphala. Specific to Kapha.
Cough, asthma, hair, voice, eye disorders.
बिल्व
Aegle marmelos. Sacred tree, Dasamoola constituent.
Diarrhea, dysentery, IBS, diabetes.
ब्राह्मी
Bacopa monnieri. Classical Medhya Rasayana for cognition.
Memory, anxiety, ADHD, epilepsy, hair growth (oil).
बृहती
Solanum indicum. Larger Kantakari, Dasamoola constituent.
Cough, asthma, indigestion, fever.
चन्दन
Santalum album. Cooling, fragrant heartwood.
Skin disorders, burning sensations, urinary disorders, fevers.
क्षुद्र वच
Acorus calamus var. minor — Kerala variant.
Pediatric speech, digestion, congestion.
भद्रा
Aerva lanata. Kerala Dasapushpa — kidney stones.
Kidney stones, urinary disorders, diabetes.
चित्रक
Plumbago zeylanica. Root — Agni-deepana par excellence.
Indigestion, anorexia, hemorrhoids, splenomegaly.
च्यवनप्राश
Classical Rasayana with 50+ herbs in Amla base.
Immunity, vitality, respiratory health, anti-aging.
दन्ती
Baliospermum montanum. Strong Virechana drug.
Severe constipation, ascites, abdominal tumors.
दारुहरिद्रा
Berberis aristata. Bark and root — bitter cleanser.
Eye disorders, skin diseases, diabetes, jaundice.
देवदारु
Cedrus deodara. Wood — Vata-pacifying, fever.
Fever, joint pain, edema, urinary disorders.
धान्यक
Coriandrum sativum. Cooling spice + medicine.
Thirst, fever, urinary disorders, indigestion.
एला
Elettaria cardamomum. Idukki gold spice.
Nausea, indigestion, halitosis, urinary disorders.
एरण्ड
Ricinus communis. Root and oil widely used in Kerala.
Constipation, arthritis (oil), Vata disorders.
गम्भारी
Gmelina arborea. Brihat Panchamoola tree.
Fever, urinary disorders, debility, fertility.
घृत
Cow's milk ghee. Vehicle for medicated ghritas (Brahmi, Triphala, Phala).
Snehapana, memory, eye health, dryness, ulcers.
गोधूम
Triticum aestivum. Vata-Pitta-shamana grain.
Debility, fractures, malnutrition.
गोक्षुर
Tribulus terrestris. Urinary and reproductive tonic.
Urinary disorders, kidney stones, male reproductive health, edema.
गुग्गुलु
Commiphora wightii. Resin of the desert tree, base for Yoga-raja Guggulu etc.
Arthritis, obesity, lipid disorders, fistula (with Kshara), ulcers.
हरिद्रा
Curcuma longa. The golden herb — antiseptic, anti-inflammatory.
Skin diseases, diabetes, wound healing, allergies, liver health.
हरीतकी
Terminalia chebula. The "king of medicines" — one of Triphala constituents.
Constipation, digestive disorders, parasites, eye health, rejuvenation.
हिङ्गु
Ferula asafoetida. Resin — premier Vata-anulomana.
Bloating, colic, indigestion, parasites.
इक्षु
Saccharum officinarum. Juice cooling, urinary tonic.
Burning urination, hematuria, debility, jaundice.
जम्बू
Syzygium cumini. Seeds and bark — diabetes specific.
Diabetes, diarrhea, skin disorders.
जटामांसी
Nardostachys jatamansi. Aromatic Himalayan root used in Kerala formulations.
Insomnia, anxiety, hysteria, headache, skin disorders.
जातिफल
Myristica fragrans. Kerala-grown spice, classical Grahi.
Diarrhea, insomnia, impotence, headache.
जीरक
Cuminum cyminum. Kitchen spice with Ayurvedic depth.
Indigestion, lactation, diarrhea, fever.
काकमाची
Solanum nigrum. Whole plant for liver and edema.
Hepatomegaly, ascites, fever, skin disorders.
ककुभ
Terminalia arjuna alternate. Heart-bark.
Heart disease, fractures, ulcers.
किरातिक्ता
Andrographis paniculata. Most bitter herb — classical fever remedy.
Fever, liver disorders, immunity, infections.
कण्टकारी
Solanum xanthocarpum. Dasamoola constituent.
Cough, asthma, throat disorders, fever.
कपिकच्छु
Mucuna pruriens. Natural source of L-DOPA.
Parkinson's, infertility, nervous disorders, vitality.
करञ्ज
Pongamia pinnata. Seed oil for skin diseases.
Skin diseases, scabies, joint pain (oil).
करवीर
Nerium oleander. Toxic — used externally only in classical formulations.
Skin disorders (external), cardiac (cautious, classical).
कारवेल्लक
Momordica charantia. Bitter Kerala vegetable, classical anti-diabetic.
Diabetes, skin diseases, parasites, jaundice.
कर्पूर
Cinnamomum camphora. Volatile crystal from the camphor tree.
Cough, congestion, skin itching, joint pain (external).
दूर्वा
Cynodon dactylon. Kerala Dasapushpa — bleeding disorders.
Bleeding, skin disorders, fever, diabetes.
कटुकी
Picrorhiza kurroa. Himalayan bitter for liver.
Liver disorders, jaundice, fever, asthma.
खदिर
Acacia catechu. Heartwood used for Khadiradi Vati.
Skin diseases, dental, diabetes, throat disorders.
चित्रक-जाति
Plumbago zeylanica wild form — Kerala Dasapushpa.
Indigestion, hemorrhoids, skin disorders.
कृष्ण मुशली
Curculigo orchioides. Tuber — Vajikarana Rasayana.
Sexual debility, jaundice, asthma.
कृष्णतुलसी
Ocimum sanctum (purple variety). More potent than green tulsi.
Stronger respiratory action, immunity, fever.
क्षीर
Bos indicus milk. Vehicle for Brahmi, Shatavari etc.
Debility, Pitta disorders, complexion, Rasayana vehicle.
कुमारी
Aloe barbadensis. Kerala backyard plant, Pitta pacifier.
Liver, skin, menstrual disorders, constipation, burns.
कूष्माण्ड
Benincasa hispida. Premier Medhya — Kushmanda Avaleha.
Burning sensation, mental disorders, debility, peptic ulcer.
कुष्ठ
Saussurea lappa. Aromatic Himalayan root used in Kerala oils.
Skin disorders, joint pain, cough, asthma.
कुटज
Holarrhena antidysenterica. Bark — premier antidysenteric.
Diarrhea, dysentery, IBS, amoebic infections.
लशुन
Allium sativum. Classical Rasayana for Vata, cholesterol.
Cholesterol, hypertension, joint pain, infections.
लवङ्ग
Syzygium aromaticum. Bud — universal household medicine.
Toothache, nausea, cough, indigestion.
लोध्र
Symplocos racemosa. Bark — astringent, women's health.
Menorrhagia, leucorrhea, eye disorders, skin care.
लोह भस्म
Fe Bhasma. Premier Rasayana for anemia.
Anemia, debility, splenomegaly, jaundice.
मधु
Apis cerana indica honey. Yogavahi — universal medicine carrier.
Cough, wound healing, eye disorders, vehicle for Rasayana.
मण्डूकपर्णी
Centella asiatica. "Brahmi" of South India, key Medhya plant.
Memory, skin disorders, wound healing, longevity.
मञ्जिष्ठा
Rubia cordifolia. Premier blood-purifying root.
Skin diseases, acne, pigmentation, menstrual disorders.
मरिच
Piper nigrum. Trikatu constituent, "king of spices".
Indigestion, cough, cold, sinusitis, fever.
मेषशृङ्गी
Gymnema sylvestre. "Sugar destroyer" — leaves abolish sweet taste.
Diabetes, obesity, sugar cravings.
मेथिका
Trigonella foenum-graecum. Kitchen-shelf medicine.
Diabetes, lactation, joint pain, cholesterol.
मोचरस
Bombax ceiba gum. Astringent for diarrhea, leucorrhea.
Leucorrhea, diarrhea, menorrhagia, hemorrhoids.
चांगेरी
Biophytum sensitivum. Kerala Dasapushpa — diabetes, women's health.
Diabetes, leucorrhea, diarrhea.
मुक्ता भस्म
Pearl Bhasma. Cooling, complexion, eye health.
Hyperacidity, anxiety, palpitations, complexion.
मुस्ता
Cyperus rotundus. Common grass with profound digestive action.
Diarrhea, fever, lactation, menstrual disorders.
नारिकेल
Cocos nucifera. Kerala's identity tree — water, oil, kernel all medicinal.
Burning sensation, urinary disorders, debility, hair (oil).
निम्ब
Azadirachta indica. Bitter detoxifier of Kerala backyards.
Skin diseases, diabetes, parasites, fever, dental health.
भूमि-ताल
Curculigo orchioides — Kerala Dasapushpa.
Vajikarana, asthma, jaundice.
निर्गुण्डी
Vitex negundo. Kerala kitchen-garden anti-inflammatory.
Arthritis, joint pain, sciatica, fever, headache.
न्यग्रोध
Ficus benghalensis. Panchavalkala — sacred tree of Kerala.
Skin disorders, leucorrhea, diabetes (bark decoction).
पारिश
Thespesia populnea. Coastal Kerala tree, Panchavalkala in some texts.
Skin disorders, ulcers, diabetes.
पाटला
Stereospermum suaveolens. Brihat Panchamoola tree.
Hiccups, cough, edema, anemia.
पाठा
Cissampelos pareira. Root — diarrhea, snake bite.
Diarrhea, fever, urinary disorders, snake bite.
पिप्पली
Piper longum. Trikatu constituent, Yogavahi.
Cough, asthma, indigestion, low metabolism, anemia.
पिप्पलीमूल
Piper longum root — more potent than the fruit for digestion.
Indigestion, splenomegaly, anemia, asthma.
प्लक्ष
Ficus lacor. Panchavalkala constituent.
Burns, ulcers, leucorrhea, skin disorders.
सहस्रवीर्य
Vernonia cinerea. Kerala Dasapushpa — fever, smoking cessation.
Fever, smoking cessation, urinary disorders.
प्रसारिणी
Paederia foetida. Vine — Vata-shamana for joints.
Joint stiffness, sciatica, abdominal disorders.
प्रवाल भस्म
Coral Bhasma. Calcium-rich Pitta pacifier.
Hyperacidity, calcium deficiency, palpitations, cough.
पृश्निपर्णी
Uraria picta. Laghu Panchamoola constituent.
Fever, dysentery, debility, post-natal recovery.
पुनर्नवा
Boerhavia diffusa. "Renewer" — classical diuretic.
Edema, kidney disease, anemia, jaundice.
पुष्करमूल
Inula racemosa. Classical herb for breathlessness, cardiac.
Asthma, dyspnea, chest pain, hiccups.