Chittamrithu

Home Herbal Garden Chittamrithu

Botanical Name : Tinospora cordifolia
English Name : Heart-Leaved Moonseed
Sanskrit Name : Guduchi
Malayalam Name : Chittamrithu (ചിറ്റമൃത്)
Part Used : Whole Plant

Overview

Tinospora cordifolia, also known as heart-leaved moonseed, guduchi, and giloy, is a herbaceous vine belonging to the Menispermaceae family and is indigenous to tropical regions of the Indian subcontinent.
T. cordifolia (Guduchi) is a large, glabrous, perennial, deciduous, climbing shrub with a weak and fleshy stem found throughout India.

Habitat

Tinospora cordifolia is distributed throughout tropical regions of India at elevations above 1200 meters, from Kumaon to Assam.
Native to India, Myanmar and Sri Lanka, giloy is a common vine in deciduous and dry forests.
Stem cuttings are the optimal planting material for raising a commercial crop.

Phytochemistry

Tinospora cordifolia contains diverse phytochemicals, including alkaloids, phytosterols, glycosides, tinosporide, and various other compounds.

Nutritional Prowess

This herb possesses a broad spectrum of immunotherapeutic properties, such as antipyretic, anti-inflammatory, antiallergic, antidiabetic, antihepatotoxic, and antibacterial effects with relatively low toxicity.
Used in general debility, loss of appetite, fevers, urinary disorders, diabetes, rheumatism, and dyspepsia.
In Ayurveda, it has shown significant applications in treating various diseases including diabetes, high cholesterol, allergic rhinitis, stomach upset, gout, cancer, rheumatoid arthritis, hepatitis, peptic ulcer, fever, gonorrhea, syphilis, and to boost the immune system.
Tinospora cordifolia holds importance in traditional ayurvedic medicine for treating fever, jaundice, chronic diarrhea, cancer, dysentery, bone fracture, pain, asthma, skin diseases, poisonous insect and snake bites, and eye disorders.
It is a powerhouse of antioxidants that fights free radicals, purifies blood, combats bacteria, and treats liver diseases and urinary tract infections. It is also found useful in treating infertility.
It helps eliminate recurrent fevers, acting as a anti-pyretic and reducing symptoms of life-threatening conditions like dengue, swine flu, and malaria.
It is beneficial in improving digestion and treating bowel-related issues.
It acts as a hypoglycaemic agent, helping treat Type 2 diabetes by reducing high blood sugar levels.
It reduces mental stress and anxiety, detoxifies, boosts memory, and serves as an excellent health tonic when combined with other herbs.
It is anti-inflammatory, helping reduce respiratory problems like cough, cold, and tonsils.
With its anti-inflammatory and anti-arthritic properties, it helps treat arthritis and its symptoms. Stem powder boiled with milk can be used for treating joint pain.
Prescribed to reduce symptoms of asthma, including chest tightness, shortness of breath, coughing, and wheezing.
Applied to the eyes, it helps boost vision clarity.

Dermatological Perks

The plant’s anti-aging properties reduces dark spots, pimples, fine lines, and wrinkles, promoting flawless, glowing skin.
Neutralizes free radicals, protecting the skin from premature aging and maintaining a youthful and healthy appearance.
Promotes hydration, enhancing the skin’s overall appearance and providing a plump, youthful look. Hydrated skin is better equipped to defend against environmental stressors, reducing the risk of premature aging.
Cleansing properties help rid the skin of impurities and toxins, preventing various skin problems.
Anti-inflammatory effects reduce skin irritation and redness, making it suitable for conditions like acne, eczema, and psoriasis, while enhancing the skin’s overall complexion.

Office

Kerala:

1st Floor, KSIDC Investment Zone
SDF 2, Canal Pirivu, Palakkad
Kerala - 678621 India

Tamil Nadu:

2B, Mayflower
Brookefields Apartments
Sastri Road, RS Puram
Coimbatore – 641002
Tamil Nadu, India

UAE:

105, Aspect Towers
Business Bay, Dubai
PO Box 242982

Quick links

Downloads