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Dravyaguna Materia Medica & Plant Herbarium
Digital Ayurveda Knowledge Hub
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Botanical Taxonomy & Classical Pharmacodynamics
Charak Vatika Living Herbarium Directory
Welcome to the digital herbarium curated by the scholars and professors of the Department of Dravyaguna Vijnana. Each botanical entry contains authenticated taxonomic parameters, classical Rasa-Panchaka profiles, and therapeutic correlations cited in the Charaka Samhita, Sushruta Samhita, and Bhavaprakasha Nighantu.
Academic Disclaimer: The botanical and therapeutic descriptions presented here are strictly for educational and academic instruction for undergraduate and postgraduate scholars. They do not constitute medicinal advice or self-medication recommendations.
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Rasayana & Medhya
Withania somnifera (Solanaceae)
अश्वगन्धा (Ashwagandha)
Indian Ginseng / Winter Cherry
Rasa (Taste):Tikta (Bitter), Kashaya (Astringent), Madhura (Sweet)
Virya (Potency):Ushna (Hot potency)
Guna (Qualities):Laghu (Light), Snigdha (Unctuous)
Vipaka (Post-Digestive):Madhura (Sweet post-digestive)
Therapeutic Properties:
Premier Rasayana herb promoting longevity, cognitive clarity, vitality, stress resilience, and Vata-Kapha balance.
Habitat in Vatika: Cultivated in dry sub-tropical plains of Rajasthan & Madhya Pradesh
Authenticated Taxonomic Record
Jwarahara & Rasayana
Tinospora cordifolia (Menispermaceae)
गुडूची / अमृता (Guduchi / Amrita)
Heart-leaved Moonseed / Giloy
Rasa (Taste):Tikta (Bitter), Kashaya (Astringent)
Virya (Potency):Ushna (Hot potency)
Guna (Qualities):Laghu (Light), Snigdha (Unctuous)
Vipaka (Post-Digestive):Madhura (Sweet post-digestive)
Therapeutic Properties:
Potent immunomodulator, antipyretic (Jwarahara), hepato-protective, and metabolic cleanser (Ama-Pachana).
Habitat in Vatika: Native climbing shrub grown in Charak Vatika medicinal garden
Authenticated Taxonomic Record
Medhya (Brain Tonic)
Bacopa monnieri (Plantaginaceae)
ब्राह्मी (Brahmi)
Water Hyssop / Herb of Grace
Rasa (Taste):Tikta (Bitter), Kashaya (Astringent), Madhura (Sweet)
Virya (Potency):Sheeta (Cold potency)
Guna (Qualities):Laghu (Light), Sara (Flowing)
Vipaka (Post-Digestive):Madhura (Sweet)
Therapeutic Properties:
Renowned Medhya Rasayana supporting neuroplasticity, memory retention, concentration, and calming nervous exhaustion.
Habitat in Vatika: Wetland water tanks and aquatic borders in institutional herbal park
Authenticated Taxonomic Record
Stree Rogahara & Balya
Asparagus racemosus (Asparagaceae)
शतावरी (Shatavari)
Wild Asparagus
Rasa (Taste):Madhura (Sweet), Tikta (Bitter)
Virya (Potency):Sheeta (Cold potency)
Guna (Qualities):Guru (Heavy), Snigdha (Unctuous)
Vipaka (Post-Digestive):Madhura (Sweet post-digestive)
Therapeutic Properties:
Supreme rejuvenator for the female reproductive system, hormonal balance, lactation enhancer (Stanyajanana) and Pitta pacifier.
Habitat in Vatika: Rocky hill slopes and dry deciduous forests across Rajasthan
Authenticated Taxonomic Record
Rasayana & Chakshushya
Emblica officinalis (Phyllanthaceae)
आमलकी / धात्री (Amalaki)
Indian Gooseberry / Amla
Rasa (Taste):Pancha-Rasa (except Lavana / Salty)
Virya (Potency):Sheeta (Cold potency)
Guna (Qualities):Laghu (Light), Ruksha (Dry)
Vipaka (Post-Digestive):Madhura (Sweet)
Therapeutic Properties:
Cornerstone of Chyawanprash, exceptionally rich in natural antioxidant Vitamin C, cleanses blood, nourishes hair, eyes, and cardiac tissue.
Habitat in Vatika: Thriving in orchard groves of Haridutt Ayurvedic campus
Authenticated Taxonomic Record
Swasahara & Krimighna
Ocimum sanctum (Lamiaceae)
तुलसी (Tulsi)
Holy Basil
Rasa (Taste):Katu (Pungent), Tikta (Bitter)
Virya (Potency):Ushna (Hot potency)
Guna (Qualities):Laghu (Light), Ruksha (Dry), Tikshna (Sharp)
Vipaka (Post-Digestive):Katu (Pungent)
Therapeutic Properties:
Sacred herb for respiratory support (Kasa-Shwasa), anti-microbial protection, adaptogenic vitality, and cellular detoxification.
Habitat in Vatika: Cultivated in temple courtyard and institutional botanical nurseries
Authenticated Taxonomic Record