Medicinal plants Part Two

1.Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus)

• Properties According to Ayurveda: Shatavari is recognized as a hormone-enhancing herb and is beneficial for treating fertility disorders, especially in women.
• Market Presence: This plant is available in powder and extract forms in some herbal shops and stores.
• Presence in the Iranian Pharmaceutical Market: Shatavari supplements are available in capsules and tablets in pharmacies and are mainly used to enhance reproductive health and hormonal balance in women.
• Effect on Doshas: Shatavari is beneficial for the Kapha and Vata doshas, helping to balance hormones and strengthen the reproductive system.

1. Calamus (Acorus calamus)

• Properties According to Ayurveda: Calamus is known as a memory enhancer, digestive aid, and for reducing body coldness.
• Market Presence: Calamus is available in dried or powdered form in herbal shops.
• Presence in the Iranian Pharmaceutical Market: Currently, it is not independently available in pharmacies but is used in combination with other herbs in traditional and Ayurvedic medicine.
• Effect on Doshas: Calamus is beneficial for the Vata dosha as it helps enhance memory and concentration and can reduce coldness and lethargy in individuals with a Vata dosha.

1. Gotu Kola (Centella asiatica)

• Properties According to Ayurveda: Gotu Kola is recognized as a memory enhancer, stress reducer, and blood circulation improver.
• Market Presence: Gotu Kola is available in dried or extract form in herbal shops.
• Presence in the Iranian Pharmaceutical Market: This plant is especially found in skincare and haircare products, such as creams and anti-wrinkle formulations.
• Effect on Doshas: Gotu Kola is beneficial for the Vata dosha as it helps enhance memory and reduce anxiety.

1. Triphala (Combination of Amla, Haritaki, and Bibhitaki)

Effect on Doshas: Triphala is beneficial for all doshas, helping to balance the digestive system and strengthen the immune system.

Properties According to Ayurveda: Triphala is known as a digestive tonic, antioxidant, and body cleanser.

Market Presence: Triphala is available in powder and extract forms in herbal shops.

Presence in the Iranian Pharmaceutical Market: Triphala is sold as a supplement in pharmacies and herbal stores.