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Spikenard, also known as “Tapaswani” in Ayurveda, is a dwarf, perennial, herbaceous, hairy, and endangered plant species. With thick roots and hairs, this aromatic herb has a cooling effect on the body. It works as a natural nervine tonic and memory enhancer by minimizing cell damage using its antioxidant property. It treats mental disorders like schizophrenia, epilepsy, stress, anxiety, depression and induces healthy sleep. Additionally, it also helps in treating skin problems because of its antifungal and antioxidant properties.

Gambhari is a Himalayan tree known for the medicinal properties of its roots. Roots of Gambhari is one of the 10 most medicinal roots called Dashamoola in Ayurveda. Additionally, the fruits and leaves of this tree are also found to have therapeutic properties. Gambhari is used for its anthelmintic, antimicrobial, antidiabetic, anti-aging, hepato-protective, and anti-epileptic properties. The fruits are found to promote intelligence and boost brain functions. It is also used as a Galactagogue (promotes milk secretion in lactating mothers).

Gokshura is mostly used in Ayurveda to boost reproductive functions and sexual desire. It is found to be effective in treating erectile dysfunction and prostate disorders in men. It has immune boosting, aphrodisiac and rejuvenating properties. It is known as Natural Viagra. It is also found effective in treating PCOS in women. It also acts as a anti-aging agent and improves brain functioning.

Jakhya is also known as Jakhiya or Jakia in Sanskrit, is an important medicinal herb used in Ayurveda. It is called Wild Mustard and the seeds are dark brown to black in color, mainly used to add texture to foods. Jakhya seed oil is found to help treat infantile convulsions and mental disorders. Jakhya leaves are also used in treating ulcers and promoting wound healing.

Literal translation of Devdaru or Deodar in English is “Wood of Gods”. This herb has amazing properties that are useful in treating neurological disorders. Deodar oil has anti-inflammatory properties and is used in curing arthritis and treating headaches. This herb is also useful in treating skin diseases, fever, asthma, pruritus (uncomfortable itching sensation). It promotes healthy balance in doshas by curing vata doshas like constipation, bloating, paralysis etc. Oral intake in combination with external application of Devdaru paste is found to treat syphilis.

Dhataki or Dhawai has Astringent and Analgesic properties and is commonly used in Ayurveda to treat women’s menstrual problems like menorrhagia and leucorrhea. It is also known to boost fertility, treat diarrhea, and cure erysipelas (a bacterial infection that causes red rashes on the skin).