Bacopa Monnieri which is commonly known as “Brahmi” or water hyssop has recently caught up the attention of the scientific community due to its tendency to improve brain health, memory and cognitive performance. It is a ‘brain boosting’ natural alternative to the commonly used psychotropic drugs. So, it is also known as a ‘Brain tonic’. Bacosides A and B are the two chemicals which improve the transmission of nerve impulses and increase the secretion of dopamine and serotonin, thus triggering brain relaxation.

Braahmi, Aindri, Nirbraahmi

Adaptogenic, astringent, diuretic, sedative, potent nervine tonic, anti-anxiety agent, anti-epileptic, antispasmodic.

Azadirachta Indica, commonly known as Neem, the Indian Lilac or Margosa tree is well known for its medicinal properties in the Indian subcontinent and foreign countries. This tree is considered to be a ‘divine creation’ as apart from human health benefits, it takes care of the general well being of the animals and helps in agriculture to a great extent. The seed powder is widely used to handle unwanted insects in agricultural farms. One should enjoy the benefits of this fast growing drought resistant plant.

Neem tree, Margosa tree, Nimbaka

Contraceptive, treatment of vaginal infections, and as a mosquito repellent

The Indian Lilac or Neem or Azadirachta Indica is a tropical evergreen tree that offers a wide range of health benefits. Its leaves are used in various Ayurvedic medicines that cure a multitude of health problems. Padmashri Prof. K.C. Chunekar has specifically motioned the medicinal properties of the leaves in his book ‘Bhavprakash nighantu’. The organic compounds present in its leaves are responsible for its insecticidal and pesticidal properties and thus can be used for organic farming. The leaf powder is also used for animal wellness.

Neem tree, Margosa tree, Nimbaka

Antimicrobial, antifungal, anthelmintic, insecticidal, antiviral, antipyretic, antimalarial, antiperiodic, mosquito larvicidal, anti-inflammatory, antifertility, spermicidal, hypoglycaemic; fever, fever during childbirth, measles, smallpox

In Ayurveda, Asparagus Racemosus is known as the ‘Queen of Herbs’ as it can not only cure several diseases, but also shows a strong rejuvenating capacity providing calmness and relaxation to the mind. Since time immemorial, the roots of this climbing herb have been used in ayurvedic formulations, like Shatavari tablets, that support well being of the female reproductive system. Triterpene saponins called shatavarin I-IV are the most vital constituents which are responsible for the medicinal properties of Asparagus Racemosus.

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Indian asparagus, Shataavari, Shatmuuli

Galactagogue, disorders of female genitourinary tract, anti-ulcer, diarrhoea, nervine tonic,spermatogenesis

Kalmegh, scientifically known as Andrographis paniculata, has been used in Ayurveda, Siddha, Unani and Homeopathy, universally to treat a broad variety of diseases. It is commonly found in Central India. Malaysian people call it as ‘Hempedu Bumi‘ which literally means ‘Bile of Earth’ as it is one of the bitterest plants and is used in traditional medicines. Due to its ‘blood purifying’ properties, this plant is used to cure several diseases involving ‘blood abnormalities’.

Chiretta, Kairaata, Nilavembu

Blood purifier, bitter Tonic, anti-inflammatory, anti-diabetic, astringent, stomachic, anti-asthmatic, liver tonic

Aloe vera, commonly known as Barbados or Curacao Aloe, has been widely used in traditional and folk medicines for thousands of years to treat and cure a variety of diseases. The leaves contain 75 active ingredients which include 7 of the 8 essential amino acids, vitamins and minerals. In addition, they also contain some useful enzymes and Salicylic Acid, which make it one of the best known ‘healing plants’ in the world. Due to its skin regeneration capacity, it acts as an excellent wound healer.

Curacao Aloe, Kumaari Kanyaasaara

Purgative, emmenagogue, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial

Aralu, scientifically known as Ailanthus excelsa is a tree indigenous to Central and Southern India. It is popularly known as “Indian Tree of Heaven”, as phytochemical investigations and pharmacological evaluations have clearly ascertained its innumerable health benefits. The bark of this tree contains certain vital chemical constituents like sitosterol, Quassinoids and Ailantic acid which account for its medical properties. The bark is used in a wide number of ayurvedic formulations like Dadimavaleha, Brihat Gangadhara Churna, and Pusyanuga churna due to its medical significance.

Tree of Heaven, Aralu, Katvanga

Bitter, astringent, febrifuge, anthelminitic, dysentery, antispasmodic, expectorant