Dr. Ayurveda

Ayurvedic Herb Database

Explore 30+ sacred herbs from classical Ayurvedic texts

29 herbs

Ashwagandha

Ashwagandha · Withania somnifera

Vata Kapha
AdaptogenReduces stressBoosts immunity

Helps with: Stress, Anxiety, Fatigue, Insomnia

Triphala

Triphala · Amalaki + Bibhitaki + Haritaki

Vata Pitta Kapha
Digestive tonicAntioxidantGentle laxative

Helps with: Constipation, Digestive issues, Eye problems, Obesity

Tulsi (Holy Basil)

Tulasi · Ocimum sanctum

Vata Kapha
Respiratory supportAntimicrobialStress relief

Helps with: Cold, Cough, Fever, Stress

Giloy (Guduchi)

Guduchi · Tinospora cordifolia

Vata Pitta Kapha
ImmunomodulatorAnti-inflammatoryAntipyretic

Helps with: Fever, Diabetes, Arthritis, Low immunity

Brahmi

Brahmi · Bacopa monnieri

Pitta Vata
Memory enhancerNervine tonicAnti-anxiety

Helps with: Memory loss, Anxiety, ADHD, Epilepsy

Shatavari

Shatavari · Asparagus racemosus

Vata Pitta
Women's healthGalactagogueAdaptogen

Helps with: Women's disorders, Menopause, Infertility, Gastric ulcers

Amla (Indian Gooseberry)

Amalaki · Phyllanthus emblica

Vata Pitta Kapha
Richest natural Vitamin CAntioxidantHair health

Helps with: Acidity, Hair loss, Eye disorders, Anemia

Neem

Nimba · Azadirachta indica

Pitta Kapha
AntimicrobialBlood purifierAnti-diabetic

Helps with: Skin disorders, Diabetes, Fever, Infections

Turmeric

Haridra · Curcuma longa

Vata Pitta Kapha
Anti-inflammatoryAntioxidantWound healing

Helps with: Inflammation, Arthritis, Wounds, Skin disorders

Ginger

Shunti (dry), Ardraka (fresh) · Zingiber officinale

Vata Kapha
Digestive stimulantAnti-nauseaAnti-inflammatory

Helps with: Nausea, Indigestion, Cold, Arthritis

Licorice (Mulethi)

Yashtimadhu · Glycyrrhiza glabra

Vata Pitta
Soothes mucous membranesAnti-ulcerExpectorant

Helps with: Gastritis, Peptic ulcer, Cough, Sore throat

Arjuna

Arjuna · Terminalia arjuna

Pitta Kapha
Heart tonicCardioprotectiveBlood pressure support

Helps with: Heart disease, Hypertension, Angina, Bleeding disorders

Guggul

Guggulu · Commiphora wightii

Vata Kapha
Lipid-loweringAnti-inflammatoryDetoxifier

Helps with: Obesity, High cholesterol, Arthritis, Hypothyroidism

Manjistha

Manjishtha · Rubia cordifolia

Pitta Kapha
Blood purifierLymphatic cleanserSkin health

Helps with: Skin disorders, Acne, Eczema, Blood disorders

Punarnava

Punarnava · Boerhavia diffusa

Vata Pitta Kapha
DiureticKidney tonicAnti-inflammatory

Helps with: Kidney disease, Edema, Liver disorders, Urinary infections

Bhringraj

Bhringaraja · Eclipta alba

Vata Pitta
Hair growthLiver tonicMemory enhancement

Helps with: Hair loss, Premature graying, Liver disorders, Memory issues

Shankhpushpi

Shankhapushpi · Convolvulus pluricaulis

Pitta Vata
Brain tonicMemory boosterAnxiolytic

Helps with: Mental fatigue, Memory loss, Anxiety, Hypothyroidism

Moringa (Drumstick)

Shigru · Moringa oleifera

Kapha Vata
Nutrient-denseAnti-inflammatoryAntioxidant

Helps with: Malnutrition, Diabetes, Arthritis, Anemia

Kalmegh (King of Bitters)

Kalmegh · Andrographis paniculata

Pitta Kapha
Liver protectiveImmune boosterAntimicrobial

Helps with: Liver disorders, Fever, Infections, Diabetes

Pippali (Long Pepper)

Pippali · Piper longum

Vata Kapha
Digestive stimulantRespiratory supportBioavailability enhancer

Helps with: Poor digestion, Asthma, Cough, Worms

Haritaki

Haritaki · Terminalia chebula

Vata Pitta Kapha
Digestive tonicLaxativeNervine

Helps with: Constipation, Eye disorders, Memory issues, Skin problems

Bibhitaki

Bibhitaki · Terminalia bellirica

Kapha Pitta
Respiratory supportExpectorantLaxative

Helps with: Respiratory disorders, Constipation, Eye infections, Dental issues

Vidanga

Vidanga · Embelia ribes

Kapha Vata
Anti-parasiticDigestive stimulantLaxative

Helps with: Intestinal worms, Obesity, Constipation, Skin infections

Daruharidra (Tree Turmeric)

Daruharidra · Berberis aristata

Pitta Kapha
AntimicrobialAnti-inflammatoryEye health

Helps with: Eye infections, Skin disorders, Liver disease, Diabetes

Cardamom (Elaichi)

Ela · Elettaria cardamomum

Vata Kapha
DigestiveCarminativeBreath freshener

Helps with: Indigestion, Nausea, Bad breath, Urinary issues

Kutaj (Kurchi)

Kutaja · Holarrhena pubescens

Pitta Kapha
Anti-diarrhealIntestinal tonicAmoebasidal

Helps with: Diarrhea, Dysentery, IBS, Intestinal infections

Bala (Country Mallow)

Bala · Sida cordifolia

Vata Pitta
Nerve tonicCardiac tonicAnti-inflammatory

Helps with: Neuromuscular disorders, Paralysis, Rheumatism, Heart weakness

Vidarikanda (Indian Kudzu)

Vidari · Pueraria tuberosa

Vata Pitta
RejuvenatingGalactagogueMen's vitality

Helps with: Sexual debility, Low milk production, Emaciation, Fatigue

Pushkarmool (Elecampane)

Pushkaramoola · Inula racemosa

Vata Kapha
Cardiac tonicRespiratory supportAnti-anginal

Helps with: Heart disease, Asthma, Bronchitis, Angina

Educational information only. For serious symptoms, consult a qualified healthcare professional. Herb information is for educational purposes only. Consult an Ayurvedic practitioner before use.