Botanical Name: Rubia cordifolia

Common Name:

English: Indian Madder, Bengal Madder
Ayurvedic: Manjishthaa, Vikasaa, Samangaa, Yojanavalli, Kaalameshika, Raktaangi, Raktayashtikaa, Arunaa, Gandira, Jingi
Unani: Manjeeth,
Also, known as: Manjitti, Phuvva, Manjistha, Manjith, Manjitha, Manjitha, Manjit Manjustha, Manjatti, Manjihtha, Manjistha, Manjit, Manjitte, Manjishtha, Majeeth, Yojnavalli, Vastrarajini, Rakta

Habitat: Throughout India

Origin: India

Harvested: Wild

Parts Used: Root

General Information:

Manjistha is perennial herbaceous plant or climber which has dried root of Rubia cordifolia. The roots are cylindrical and often found surmounted by knotty wiry crown of root stock. The length of the root is 1 to 9 cm and 0.2 to 0.8 in thickness. The surface of the root is smooth and finely striated longitudinally and occasionally grooved. The plant can be seen throughout India. The color of the root is dark reddish brown, and it contains pleasant odor

How to use:

Powdered Herb:

There are different ways to use powdered herb.

Food Preparation: You can add powdered herbs to any super food, herbal smoothie, sauces, spreads and even cookies. Also for children, you can mix powdered herbs with honey or glycerin to make a paste. The thicker the paste, the more potent and herbal in taste. The sweet taste of honey and glycerin will help the medicine go down. This method is also known as "Electuaries".

Capsules: Encapsulating your own powdered herb at home, give you assurance that the contents of the capsules are pure herb and no filler or any other products. These capsules can be taken with liquid.

Poultice: Poultice can be made with an herbal powder and liquid (mostly water) to form a paste which is then applied to the skin. This method is very helpful for skin conditions.

Herbal shot: Powdered herb can be mixed with water, fruit juice or other liquid to make herbal shot.

Precautions:

You should consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using any herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.

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Maddar Root Powder