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Trikatu Herb (Trikatu combination)Piperaceae

Trikatu Herb

Trikatu combination

Trikatu, translating to 'three pungents', is a foundational Ayurvedic polyherbal formulation, not a single plant. It consists of…

IndigestionPoor metabolismRespiratory congestion
Triphala (Terminalia chebula + Terminalia bellirica + Phyllanthus emblica)Multiple

Triphala

Terminalia chebula + Terminalia bellirica + Phyllanthus emblica

Triphala, meaning 'three fruits,' is a celebrated polyherbal Ayurvedic formulation composed of the dried fruits of three…

ConstipationIndigestionOxidative stress
Triphala (Mixed herbs)Multiple

Triphala

Mixed herbs

Triphala, an esteemed ancient Ayurvedic formulation, is a synergistic blend of three potent fruits: Terminalia chebula…

ConstipationIndigestionInflammation
Triphala (Phyllanthus emblica (or Emblica officinalis), Terminalia bellirica, Terminalia chebula (Triphala is a compound formulation))Euphorbiaceae

Triphala

Phyllanthus emblica (or Emblica officinalis), Terminalia bellirica, Terminalia chebula (Triphala is a compound formulation)

Triphala, meaning 'three fruits' in Sanskrit, is a revered polyherbal formulation central to Ayurvedic medicine for millennia.…

ConstipationIndigestionAcid Reflux (symptomatic relief)
Triphala (Emblica/Terminalia/Haritaki blend)Multiple families

Triphala

Emblica/Terminalia/Haritaki blend

Triphala, a revered polyherbal formulation in Ayurvedic medicine, is a synergistic blend of the dried fruits from three distinct…

ConstipationIndigestionFunctional Gastrointestinal Disorders
Triphala Combo (Mixed terminalia)Combretaceae

Triphala Combo

Mixed terminalia

Triphala Combo is a foundational polyherbal formulation in Ayurvedic medicine, synergistically blending the dried fruits of…

ConstipationIndigestionDyspepsia
Triphala Combo (Emblica/Terminalia/Terminalia)Multiple

Triphala Combo

Emblica/Terminalia/Terminalia

Triphala, a revered polyherbal formulation in Ayurvedic medicine, is a synergistic blend of three potent fruits: Amalaki…

ConstipationIndigestionAcidity
Triphala Herb (Triphala combination)Various

Triphala Herb

Triphala combination

Triphala, meaning 'three fruits' in Sanskrit, is a revered polyherbal formulation foundational to Ayurvedic medicine, composed…

ConstipationIndigestionHyperacidity
Trivrit (Operculina turpethum)Convolvulaceae

Trivrit

Operculina turpethum

Trivrit, scientifically known as Operculina turpethum, is a remarkable perennial herbaceous twining vine belonging to the…

ConstipationChronic GoutFever
True Indigo (Indigofera tinctoria)Fabaceae

True Indigo

Indigofera tinctoria

True Indigo, scientifically known as Indigofera tinctoria, is a versatile perennial shrub belonging to the Fabaceae family,…

EpilepsyNervous DisordersAsthma
Tung Hua (Vernicia fordii)Euphorbiaceae

Tung Hua

Vernicia fordii

Tung Hua, scientifically known as Vernicia fordii, is a deciduous tree that can reach heights of up to 15 meters (approximately…

Digestive IssuesImmune WeaknessInflammation
Turkey Tail Mushroom (Trametes versicolor)Polyporaceae

Turkey Tail Mushroom

Trametes versicolor

Turkey Tail Mushroom (Trametes versicolor) is a globally distributed, distinctive polypore fungus renowned for its striking,…

Immune system deficiency supportAdjunctive cancer therapy supportInflammation management
Turmeric (Curcuma longa)Zingiberaceae

Turmeric

Curcuma longa

Turmeric, scientifically known as Curcuma longa, is a revered rhizomatous herbaceous perennial plant belonging to the ginger…

InflammationOsteoarthritisDigestive disorders
Turmeric Root (Curcuma aromatica)Zingiberaceae

Turmeric Root

Curcuma aromatica

Turmeric Root, scientifically known as Curcuma aromatica, is a distinctive herbaceous perennial belonging to the ginger family,…

Minor Skin InflammationsAcneBlemishes
Turmeric Zedoary (Curcuma zedoaria)Zingiberaceae

Turmeric Zedoary

Curcuma zedoaria

Curcuma zedoaria, widely known as Zedoary or turmeric zedoary, is a distinguished perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the…

IndigestionBloatingDyspepsia
Twak (Cinnamomum zeylanicum)Lauraceae

Twak

Cinnamomum zeylanicum

Cinnamomum zeylanicum, more accurately known as Cinnamomum verum and commonly referred to as true cinnamon or Ceylon cinnamon,…

IndigestionBloatingDyspepsia
Umckaloabo (Pelargonium reniforme)Geraniaceae

Umckaloabo

Pelargonium reniforme

Umckaloabo, officially recognized as Pelargonium reniforme, is an enduring herbaceous perennial plant native to the biodiverse…

Acute BronchitisCommon ColdSore Throat
Umckaloabo (Pelargonium sidoides DC.)Geraniaceae

Umckaloabo

Pelargonium sidoides DC.

Umckaloabo, scientifically designated as Pelargonium sidoides DC., is a captivating perennial herbaceous plant within the…

Acute bronchitisCommon coldSinusitis
Uncaria (Uncaria rhynchophylla)Rubiaceae

Uncaria

Uncaria rhynchophylla

Uncaria (Uncaria rhynchophylla) is a renowned medicinal plant from the Rubiaceae family, native to East Asia. Used extensively…

Digestive IssuesImmune SupportInflammation
Urad Dal Plant (Vigna mungo)Fabaceae

Urad Dal Plant

Vigna mungo

The Urad Dal Plant, scientifically known as Vigna mungo, is a vital member of the Fabaceae family, cultivated extensively across…

Heart disease risk reductionType 2 diabetes managementObesity management
Urena (Urena lobata)Malvaceae

Urena

Urena lobata

Urena lobata, commonly known as Caesar’s Weed or Congo Jute, is a resilient perennial herbaceous plant within the Malvaceae…

Minor CutsBurnsSkin Ulcers
Usnea (Usnea barbata)Parmeliaceae

Usnea

Usnea barbata

Usnea barbata, commonly known as Old Man's Beard, is a fascinating fruticose lichen belonging to the Parmeliaceae family. Unlike…

Bacterial infectionsFungal infectionsColds and flu symptoms
Utpala (Nymphaea stellata)Nymphaeaceae

Utpala

Nymphaea stellata

Nymphaea stellata, widely recognized as Utpala or the blue water lily, is a captivating aquatic perennial thriving in serene…

DiabetesInflammationLiver disorders
Uzara (Xysmalobium undulatum)Apocynaceae

Uzara

Xysmalobium undulatum

Uzara, scientifically known as Xysmalobium undulatum, is a resilient perennial herbaceous plant native to the diverse landscapes…

DiarrheaDysentery (traditional)Menstrual Cramps