From the Cradle of Ayurveda

Ancient Herbs,
Pristine Origins

Ethically sourced Ayurvedic botanicals from India's biodiversity hotspots. Each herb carries millennia of healing wisdom, harvested with reverence for the land and its people.

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Each herb traced to its native region, where soil, climate, and altitude forge its unique potency

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The Ayurvedic Collection

Botanical Wisdom, Ethically Harvested

Thirteen treasured herbs from the ancient Ayurvedic pharmacopoeia, each sourced from India's pristine growing regions with the same commitment to purity and provenance that defines every Nilgiri Marten product.

Ashwagandha

Winter Cherry

Withania somnifera

₹999/kgMOQ 1 kg

മല: അമുക്കുരം (Amukkuram) | தமி: அமுக்கிரா (Amukkira) | ಕನ: ಅಶ್ವಗಂಧ (Ashwagandha) | বাং: অশ্বগন্ধা (Ashwagandha)

The crown jewel of Ayurvedic adaptogens, Ashwagandha, meaning "smell of the horse" for the vigour it imparts, has anchored rejuvenation therapy for over three thousand years. This revered rasayana root adapts to your body's deepest needs, whether grounding calm for an anxious mind or sustained vitality for the weary. Our roots are cultivated through small-batch heritage farming that honours both the plant's ancestral lineage and the living ecosystem.

AdaptogenicStress ReliefVitality & StrengthRestful Sleep

What It's Used For

Stress and anxietyChronic fatigueInsomnia and restless sleepLow immunityMuscle weakness and recovery

How It's Used

Bedtime milk: Mix ½ tsp powder in warm milk with honey before sleep for deep, restful recovery
Morning smoothie: Blend into your breakfast smoothie for sustained energy without caffeine jitters
Ghee rasayana: Stir into a spoonful of warm ghee for the classical Ayurvedic vitality preparation

Manjistha

Indian Madder

Rubia cordifolia

₹599/kgMOQ 1 kg

മല: മഞ്ചട്ടി (Manchatti) | தமி: மஞ்சிட்டி (Manjitti) | ಕನ: ಮಂಜಿಷ್ಠ (Manjishtha) | বাং: মঞ্জিষ্ঠা (Manjishtha)

Honoured for over five millennia as Ayurveda's supreme blood purifier, Manjistha's deep crimson roots are a reservoir of anthraquinone compounds that support healthy circulation, vibrant skin, and the body's natural cleansing pathways. Known as Raktadoshahara, the one that conquers blood impurities. This herb is traditionally prescribed for skin radiance, liver vitality, and inflammatory support. Sourced through biodiversity-respecting cultivation preserving India's medicinal plant heritage.

Blood PurifierSkin RadianceLiver SupportAnti-inflammatory

What It's Used For

Acne, eczema and skin disordersBlood impuritiesUneven skin tone and pigmentationSluggish liver functionMenstrual irregularities

How It's Used

Skin face pack: Mix powder with honey or rosewater, apply for 15 min for clear, radiant skin
Detox tea: Brew ¼ tsp in warm water each morning as a daily blood-purifying tonic
Cooling decoction: Boil with rose petals and sip in summer to pacify Pitta and calm skin flare-ups

Yashtimadhu

Licorice Root

Glycyrrhiza glabra

₹799/kgMOQ 1 kg

മല: ഇരട്ടിമധുരം (Irattimaduram) | தமி: அதிமதுரம் (Athimathuram) | ಕನ: ಜೇಷ್ಠಮಧು (Jeshtamadhu) | বাং: যষ্টিমধু (Jashtimadhu)

Yashtimadhu, literally "the sweet stick", is one of the most revered herbs in the Ayurvedic pharmacopoeia. Its cooling, demulcent nature soothes the respiratory tract, protects the digestive mucosa, and calms the nerves. For millennia, it has been the cornerstone of throat remedies, ulcer-healing ghee preparations, and stress-relieving formulations. Our roots are sourced whole and unprocessed from certified natural farms.

Respiratory HealthDigestive SoothingVoice ClarityStress Relief

What It's Used For

Sore throat, dry cough and hoarsenessAcid reflux and stomach ulcersVoice strain from overuseChronic respiratory congestionNervous exhaustion

How It's Used

Throat soother: Chew a small piece of root to ease sore throat, hoarseness, and restore vocal clarity
Herbal tea: Steep in hot water with honey for a naturally sweet respiratory-comfort brew
Digestive ghee: Mix ¼ tsp powder into warm ghee and take before meals to protect the stomach lining

Ushira

Vetiver

Chrysopogon zizanioides

₹1,199/kgMOQ 1 kg

മല: രാമച്ചം (Ramacham) | தமி: வெட்டிவேர் (Vettiver) | ಕನ: ಲಾಮಂಚ (Lamancha) | বাং: খস (Khas)

The cooling grass of the tropics, Vetiver has anchored Ayurvedic pitta-pacifying formulations for thousands of years. Each intricate root fiber carries the signature of slow, patient growth in monsoon-rich soils, producing an earthy, grounding aroma that calms the mind and cools excess body heat. Traditionally used in fever management, skin care, and temperature regulation, Ushira is nature's own air conditioner. Sourced through regenerative farming that strengthens the soil.

Cooling & CalmingSkin HealthMental ClarityHeat Regulation

What It's Used For

Excess body heat and burning sensationSummer skin rashes and prickly heatRestlessness and mental agitationHot flashesPitta-related headaches

How It's Used

Cooling water: Soak vetiver roots in a clay pot of drinking water overnight for a natural summer coolant
Calming bath: Add root pieces to warm bath water to soothe heat-related skin irritation
Pitta tea: Brew as a light tea and sip throughout the day to manage excess body heat

Nimba

Neem

Azadirachta indica

₹399/kgMOQ 1 kg

മല: ആര്യവേപ്പ് (Vepp) | தமி: வேம்பு (Vembu) | ಕನ: ಬೇವು (Bevu) | বাং: নিম (Neem)

Called the "village pharmacy" across rural India, Neem embodies the Ayurvedic principle of natural purification. Its intensely bitter taste, Tikta Rasa, and cooling energy make it a cornerstone of detoxification, immunity, and skin health protocols. Nimba has served Indian households as a first-line remedy for generations. Wild-harvested from indigenous forests through traditional agroforestry.

Blood PurifierImmune SupportSkin HealthAntimicrobial

What It's Used For

Skin infections, boils and fungal issuesAcne and chronic skin conditionsDental plaque and gum problemsWeak immunityBlood sugar support

How It's Used

Immunity brew: Boil a few neem leaves in water, strain, and drink on an empty stomach for immune support
Skin paste: Grind leaves with turmeric into a paste, apply on blemishes and irritated skin
Oral rinse: Gargle with cooled neem water as a natural antimicrobial mouth cleanser

Devadaru

Himalayan Cedar Wood

Cedrus deodara

₹449/kgMOQ 1 kg

മല: ദേവദാരു (Devadaru) | தமி: தேவதாரு (Devatharu) | ಕನ: ದೇವದಾರು (Devadaru) | বাং: দেবদারু (Debdaru)

Devadaru, the "wood of the gods", has been venerated since the earliest Vedic texts for its divine fragrance and multi-system therapeutic power. The resin-rich heartwood from protected Himalayan forests carries potent antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and nervine properties. Traditionally employed for respiratory congestion, arthritic pain, skin infections, and restful sleep, sustainably harvested to protect ancient cedar groves.

Respiratory SupportAnti-inflammatorySkin HealingCalming

What It's Used For

Nasal and chest congestionJoint pain and arthritisSkin infections and woundsAnxiety and disturbed sleepSinus headaches

How It's Used

Steam inhalation: Add wood chips to boiling water and inhale the steam for respiratory congestion relief
Joint oil: Infuse in sesame oil and massage onto sore joints and muscles for warming relief
Calming aroma: Place near your bedside or burn as incense for its grounding, sleep-promoting fragrance

Vijayasar

Indian Kino Tree

Pterocarpus marsupium

₹399/kgMOQ 1 kg

മല: വേങ്ങ (Venga) | தமி: வேங்கை (Vengai) | ಕನ: ಹೊನ್ನೆ (Honne) | বাং: পিতশাল (Pitashal)

One of Ayurveda's most revered herbs for metabolic wellness, Vijayasar carries the legendary tradition of drinking water from its carved heartwood cups to maintain healthy blood sugar. Rich in epicatechin and pterostilbene, it supports insulin sensitivity and metabolic balance. Ethically sourced from India's biodiverse forests through sustainable harvesting.

Metabolic SupportBlood Sugar BalanceSkin HealthAstringent

What It's Used For

Blood sugar imbalanceMetabolic syndromeSluggish metabolism and weight managementSkin discolourationExcess Kapha conditions

How It's Used

Kino tumbler: Store water overnight in a Vijayasar wood tumbler, drink each morning for blood sugar support
Bark decoction: Boil heartwood shavings in water, strain, and sip twice daily for metabolic wellness
Powder supplement: Take ¼ tsp bark powder with warm water after meals to support insulin sensitivity

Khadira

Cutch Tree

Acacia catechu

₹399/kgMOQ 1 kg

മല: കരിങ്ങാലി (Karingali) | தமி: கருங்காலி (Karungali) | ಕನ: ಕಗ್ಗಲಿ (Kaggali) | বাং: খয়ের (Khoyer)

Khadira has served as Ayurveda's premier herb for skin wellness since the classical era, renowned for its tannin-rich bark that delivers powerful astringent and antimicrobial action. Traditionally used as a tooth-cleansing agent (Dantadhavan), for respiratory health, and as a styptic for wound healing, its catechu extract concentrates potent purifying compounds. Sourced from managed forest reserves supporting native woodland regeneration.

Oral HealthSkin WellnessWound HealingAntimicrobial

What It's Used For

Gum disease and tooth decayEczema, allergies and itchy skinMinor wounds and slow-healing cutsChronic cough with mucusOral ulcers

How It's Used

Tooth powder: Brush with fine bark powder as a traditional Dantadhavan remedy for strong teeth and gums
Healing gargle: Prepare a warm bark decoction and gargle daily for oral health and gum strength
Wound wash: Apply cooled decoction on minor cuts and wounds for natural antiseptic, astringent action

Gokshura

Puncture Vine

Tribulus terrestris

₹799/kgMOQ 1 kg

മല: നെരിഞ്ഞി (Nerinjil) | தமி: நெருஞ்சி (Nerunji) | ಕನ: ನೆಗ್ಗಿಲು (Neggilu) | বাং: গোক্ষুর (Gokshur)

Gokshura, the "cow's hoof", has been called the herb of strength in Ayurveda, traditionally used by warriors and athletes to enhance endurance and vital force. This resilient plant thrives in challenging terrains, embodying the principle that true potency grows from adversity. A powerful rasayana that balances all three doshas, Gokshura is valued for cardiovascular support, urinary health, hormonal balance, and physical vitality. Our Gokshura is cultivated on small sustainable farms using traditional dry-farming methods.

Vitality & StrengthKidney SupportCardiovascularHormonal Balance

What It's Used For

Urinary tract discomfortLow vitality and staminaKidney and bladder stonesHormonal imbalanceCardiovascular weakness

How It's Used

Kidney tea: Brew fruit powder in warm water and drink twice daily for urinary and kidney support
Vitality milk: Mix ½ tsp with warm milk and a pinch of sugar before bed for hormonal balance
Stamina tonic: Take with honey and warm water in the morning for cardiovascular and physical endurance

Punarnava

Spreading Hogweed

Boerhavia diffusa

₹449/kgMOQ 1 kg

മല: തഴുതാമ (Thazhuthama) | தமி: முக்குரட்டை (Mukkurattai) | ಕನ: ಕೊಮ್ಮೆ (Komme) | বাং: পুনর্নবা (Punarnava)

Punarnava, "that which renews", captures in its very name Ayurveda's profound understanding of cyclical regeneration. This humble yet mighty herb is revered for deep cleansing of the liver and kidneys, lymphatic drainage, and natural water balance. Its alkaloids, flavonoids, and saponins work in concert to support the body's detoxification pathways. We source Punarnava from organic small-farms in the Western Ghats where ancient cultivation traditions preserve the herb's complete phytochemical integrity.

Liver & Kidney CareDetoxificationAnti-inflammatoryLymphatic Health

What It's Used For

Water retention and swellingSluggish liver functionKidney and urinary supportLymphatic congestionAnaemia and low haemoglobin

How It's Used

Detox decoction: Boil root powder in water, reduce by half, and drink for liver and kidney cleansing
Water balance: Mix ¼ tsp in warm water twice daily for natural fluid balance and reduced puffiness
Kwath preparation: Prepare traditional Kwath with Punarnava and ginger for lymphatic drainage support

Shatapushpa

Dill Seeds

Anethum graveolens

₹699/kgMOQ 1 kg

മല: ചതകുപ്പ (Chathakuppa) | தமி: சதகுப்பை (Sathakuppai) | ಕನ: ಸಬ್ಬಸಿಗೆ (Sabbasige) | বাং: শুলফা (Shulfa)

Shatapushpa, the "hundred-flowered" herb, is celebrated in classical Ayurvedic texts as a gentle yet effective digestive ally. Its carminative and anti-spasmodic essential oils activate bile secretion, ease abdominal discomfort, and calm digestive turbulence. Traditionally prescribed as a Vatanulomana (wind-mover) and Deepana (digestive fire-kindler), it is also treasured by nursing mothers for its lactogenic properties. Our single-origin Shatapushpa delivers the full spectrum of essential oils, pure and unadulterated.

Digestive AidCarminativeLactation SupportAnti-spasmodic

What It's Used For

Bloating, gas and indigestionColic discomfort in infantsLow breast milk productionMenstrual crampsBad breath

How It's Used

After-meal tea: Brew a teaspoon of seeds in hot water after meals to ease bloating and gas instantly
Digestive chew: Simply chew a few seeds for fresh breath and quick relief from indigestion
Lactation water: Steep in warm water for nursing mothers to naturally support healthy milk production

Pashanbheda

Aquatic Rotula

Bergenia ligulata

₹599/kgMOQ 1 kg

മല: കല്ലൂർവഞ്ചി (Kallurvanchi) | தமி: சிறுபிலங்கி (Sirupeelangi) | ಕನ: ಪಾಷಾಣಭೇದಿ (Pashanbhedi) | বাং: পাথরচূর (Patharchur)

Pashanbheda, the "stone breaker", has been revered for millennia as Ayurveda's premier herb for urinary and kidney wellness. Its antiurolithic properties support the body's natural ability to dissolve calculi and cleanse the urinary tract, while hepatoprotective compounds nourish liver function. Traditionally used in decoctions for kidney stones, dysuria, and metabolic cleansing, this alpine herb draws its potency from pristine Himalayan foothills where sustainable harvesting protects fragile mountain biodiversity.

Kidney WellnessUrinary HealthLiver SupportDetoxifying

What It's Used For

Kidney stones and calculiPainful or burning urinationRecurrent urinary infectionsLiver sluggishnessMetabolic waste buildup

How It's Used

Kidney tea: Brew ¼ tsp root powder in warm water and drink twice daily for urinary tract support
Stone-breaker decoction: Prepare a traditional decoction for dissolving and preventing kidney calculi
Liver tonic: Combine with Punarnava in a decoction for comprehensive kidney and liver care

Patha

Pata Root

Cissampelos pareira

₹1,699/kgMOQ 1 kg

മല: മാലത്തണ്ടി (Maalathandi) | தமி: பொன்முசுட்டை (Ponmusuttai) | ಕನ: ಪಾಡವಳ್ಳಿ (Padavalli) | বাং: আকনাদি (Akanadi)

Pata root represents an ancient Ayurvedic remedy for digestive fire and hepatic vitality, treasured for its bitter compound profile that stimulates the body's natural cleansing pathways. This rare forest herb grows in the shadow of ancient mountains, where cooler climates concentrate its therapeutic potency. Valued for its ability to pacify Pitta dosha, Patha is traditionally employed for fever, inflammation, jaundice, and kidney support. We source our Pata Root through partnerships with indigenous forest keepers in the Western Ghats.

Digestive FireLiver HealthAnti-inflammatoryCooling

What It's Used For

Poor appetite and weak digestionFever and inflammatory conditionsLiver congestion and jaundicePitta-related skin issuesIntestinal parasites

How It's Used

Digestive fire: Brew the bitter root in warm water to kindle Agni and improve sluggish digestion
Fever remedy: Mix powder with honey for traditional support during fever and inflammation
Liver kwath: Prepare as a classical bitter decoction to cleanse and strengthen liver function

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