Nirgundi

(Vitex Negund)

Description: Nirgundi (Vitex Negund), commonly known as the Chinese chaste tree, five-leaved chaste tree, or horseshoe vitex, or nisinda is a large aromatic shrub with quadrangular, densely whitish, tomentose branchlets. It is widely used in folk medicine, particularly in South and Southeast Asia.

Main Uses: 

• Enhances digestion
• Supports liver health
• Supports mental health
• Used to treat ear infections
• Cures high fevers
• Relieves menstrual cramps

Effect on Doshas: Tridoshic
Rasa (taste): Tikta (Bitter), Katu (Pungent), Kashaya (Astringent)
Virya (potency): Ushna (Heating)
Vipaka (post digestive effect): Katu (Pungent)

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