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Botanical Name: Aloe barbadensis miller Other Names: Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract or Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice AV (presumably referring to Aloe vera) has demonstrated the ability to enhance wound healing, exhibit antibacterial, antifungal, and antiviral properties, serve as an immune stimulant, exert anti-inflammatory effects, and stimulate collagen production. Additionally, it is reported to be effective against P.…

Botanical Name: Centella asiatica Other Names: Asiatic Pennywort, Indian Pennywort, Thick-leaved Pennywort, and Gotu Kola. Gotu kola contains compounds known as triterpenoids. Research conducted in animals and laboratories indicates that these compounds may contribute to wound healing. Specifically, studies suggest that triterpenoids have the potential to enhance skin strength, elevate antioxidants in wounds, and promote increased blood…

Botanical Name: Withania somnifera The root of Ashwagandha is esteemed for its diverse properties, including being considered tonic, aphrodisiac, narcotic, diuretic, anthelmintic, astringent, thermogenic, and stimulant. Its name, Ashwagandha, stems from the root’s distinctive aroma resembling that of a horse (“ashwa”), and its consumption is believed to confer the strength and vitality associated with a horse.…

Botanical Name: Sennae foliumCassia senna L.; Cassia angustifolia Vahl Other Names: Senai, Nelavarike, Nilavirai, Nelatangedu, Nilavilakku, Swarnapatri in Sanskrit. Senna refers to the leaf or fruit (pod) obtained from the Senna Alexandrina plant. It is alternatively known by trade names such as Fletcher’s Castoria, Ex-lax, and Senokot. Historically, Senna has been utilized as a laxative and stimulant…

Botanical Name: Cinnamomum burmannii Other Names: Cinnamon, cassia, cinnamon twig, cassia aromaticum and cassia bark. Cinnamon, scientifically known as Cinnamomum verum and commonly referred to as Ceylon cinnamon, is an evergreen tree belonging to the laurel family (Lauraceae). The spice is derived from the dried inner bark of this tree and is characterized by a delicately fragrant…

Botanical Name: Garcinia gummi-gutta Other Names: Kudam Puli, Goraka, Uppage, Malabaru Chinta, Malabar Tamarind and brindle berry. Garcinia cambogia, originating from India and Southeast Asia, has a historical presence in Asian countries where its fruit pulp and rind are utilized as a condiment and food preservative. The rind specifically contains hydroxycitric acid (HCA), a chemical that has…

Botanical Name: capsicum frutescens Other Names: capsicum, red pepper, cayenne pepper, long peppers, sweet peppers, bell peppers, paprika peppers, wrinkled peppers, cherry peppers, tabasco peppers, cluster peppers and bird peppers. Chilli refers to the dried ripe fruit of the Capsicum genus. Capsicum annuum, an annual sub-shrub, produces solitary flowers and typically bears hanging fruits, yielding red peppers,…

Botanical Name: Senna occidentalis Other Names: Antbush, Coffee Senna, Negro-coffee, Stinkingweed, Arsenic Bean, Septicweed, Ponnavarai Cassia (Senna) occidentalis L, commonly known as the plant, utilizes its dark olive green seeds as a coffee substitute. Primarily recognized for its detoxifying effects on the liver, the plant is employed in addressing internal bacterial and fungal disorders, eradicating parasites and…

Botanical Name: Rubia Cordifolia Other Names: Indian madder, Chay root or Chay-aver, Manjit , Manjitha, Yojnavalli. Indian madder, also known as Chay root or Chay-aver (Oldenlandia umbellata), is a petite shrub or herb standing at 30–50 cm in height. Indigenous to southern India, it has historical usage in India, Sri Lanka, and northern Burma. However, it yields…

Botanical Name: Asparagus racemosus Other Names: Satawar, Satamuli, Satavari A. racemosus is a woody climber that reaches a height of 1-2 meters. Its leaves resemble pine needles, characterized by their small and uniform nature, while the flowers are white and feature small spikes. This plant is part of the genus Asparagus, recently reclassified from the subfamily Asparagae…