Bacopa monnieri

Medhya Rasayana (Cognitive enhancer), Nervine tonic

Creeping herb with small oblong leaves and white flowers

Whole plant

Cognitive disorders, Anxiety, Epilepsy, ADHD, Memory loss

Powder: 3-6 g; Decoction: 10-20 mL; Capsule/Tablets: As prescribed

Blend of Withania somnifera and Sida cordifolia

Rejuvenative oil, Nervine tonic

Herbal oil prepared from roots

Root extracts infused in oil

Fatigue, Muscle weakness, Neurological disorders

External application (massage)

Bambusa arundinacea

Rasayana, Asthi Dhatu stimulant

Tall woody grass

Siliceous secretion (Vanshlochan), Leaves

Bone strength, Wound healing, Cough, Respiratory issues

250-500 mg/day (Vanshlochan)

Boswellia serrata

Anti-inflammatory, Analgesic

Medium-sized deciduous tree

Resin

Joint pain, Arthritis, Asthma

250-500 mg/day (standardized extract)

Eclipta prostrata

Hair tonic, Liver tonic

Small herb with white flowers

Leaves, Roots

Hair loss, Liver disorders, Skin diseases

2-5 g/day (powder)

Cinnamomum camphora

Stimulant, Analgesic

Oil derived from the camphor tree

Extracted oil

Joint pain, Cold relief, Skin ailments

External use

Celastrus paniculatus

Brain tonic, Adaptogen

Woody climber with yellow capsules

Seeds

Memory enhancement, Cognitive disorders, Depression

1-3 g/day (seed powder)

Matricaria chamomilla

Anti-inflammatory, Sedative

Herbaceous plant with daisy-like flowers

Flowers

Stress, Digestive health, Skin inflammation

2-5 g/day (flower powder or infusion)

Cocos nucifera

Emollient, Cooling, Wound healer

Clear or semi-solid oil

Dried kernel of coconut

Hair care, Skin repair, Anti-fungal

5-20 ml/day (internal); Quantity as needed (external)

Viburnum opulus

Antispasmodic, Uterine tonic

Deciduous shrub with white flowers

Bark

Menstrual cramps, Muscle spasms, Uterine relaxation

2-5 g/day (bark powder) or as per extract formulation

Combination of ten roots (e.g., Bilva, Agnimantha)

Vata-Pitta pacifier, Anti-inflammatory

Roots of different plants

Roots

Joint disorders, Nervous system tonic

3-6 g/day (powder)

Alpinia galanga

Digestive stimulant, Anti-inflammatory

Perennial herb with aromatic rhizomes

Rhizome

Indigestion, Respiratory disorders, Pain relief

1-3 g/day (powder)

Centella asiatica

Nervine tonic, Adaptogen

Creeping herb with rounded leaves

Whole plant

Anxiety, Memory enhancement, Skin health

3-6 g/day (powder)

- (Derived from Bos taurus milk)

Oily substance, Ojas-promoting, Yogavahi

Yellowish-white, semi-solid fat

Purified butterfat

Vata-Pitta pacifier, Memory enhancer, Skin rejuvenator

5-20 g/day in medicinal preparations

Nardostachys jatamansi

Nervine tonic, Sedative

Aromatic perennial herb

Rhizome

Insomnia, Anxiety, Stress

1-3 g/day (powder)

Lavandula angustifolia

Aromatic, Nervine relaxant

Shrub with purple flowers

Flowers

Insomnia, Stress relief, Skin conditions

Essential oil: Few drops; Flowers: 1-3 g/day

Piper longum

Digestive stimulant, Respiratory tonic

Perennial climbing plant with spike-like fruits

Fruit, Root

Cough, Asthma, Loss of appetite, Metabolic stimulant

250-500 mg/day (powder)

Polyherbal formulation

Vatahara oil, Pain reliever

Oil prepared with a blend of herbs and sesame oil base

Prepared oil

Arthritis, Paralysis, Joint pain, Sciatica

External application (massage)

Olea europaea

Medicated oil, Antioxidant, Emollient

Pale yellow to greenish oil

Fruit oil

Skin moisturizer, Cardiovascular health, Anti-inflammatory

5-15 ml/day (internal use); Quantity as per topical need

Mentha piperita

Digestive, Cooling agent

Aromatic herb with dark green leaves

Leaves

Indigestion, Nausea, Headache

2-5 g/day (powder)

Convolvulus pluricaulis

Brain tonic, Nervine relaxant

Climbing herb with blue or white flowers

Whole plant

Anxiety, Memory enhancement, Insomnia

3-6 g/day (powder)

Asparagus racemosus

Rasayana, Stanya Janana (galactagogue)

Climbing shrub with tuberous roots

Tuberous root

Female reproductive health, Lactation support, Anti-ulcer

3-6 g/day (root powder)

Polyherbal formulation

Analgesic oil

Oil prepared with anti-inflammatory and analgesic herbs

Oil blend

Muscular pain, Neuralgia, Sprains

External application

Mimosa pudica

Astringent, Anti-inflammatory

Sensitive plant with pink flowers

Leaves, Roots

Diarrhea, Piles, Wound healing

2-5 g/day (powder)

Valeriana officinalis

Nervine tonic, Sedative

Herbaceous perennial plant

Root

Anxiety, Insomnia, Stress

2-5 g/day (root powder)

Pueraria tuberosa

Rasayana, Vrishya (Aphrodisiac)

Large tuberous climber

Tuber

Strength enhancer, Aphrodisiac, Rejuvenation

5-10 g/day (powder)

Cannabis sativa

Psychedelic, Pain Reliever, Digestive

Herbaceous plant with serrated leaves

Leaves, flowers, resin

Pain relief, Appetite stimulant, Insomnia, Anxiety

250 mg - 1 g (processed, as per Ayurvedic preparations)

Curcuma zedoaria

Anti-inflammatory, Digestive stimulant

Rhizomatous plant with white, aromatic rhizomes

Rhizome

Digestive aid, Skin disorders, Respiratory health

1-3 g/day (powder)

Gaultheria procumbens

Analgesic, Anti-inflammatory

Small evergreen shrub with red berries

Leaves, Essential oil

Joint pain, Muscle spasms, Rheumatoid arthritis

External use as oil