Manjistha powder (Rubia Cordifolia)

BOTANICAL NAME: Rubia Cordifolia
SYNONYMS (BOTANICAL): Galium Cordifolium
FAMILY: Rubiaceae
COMMON ENGLISH NAME: Indian Madder
COMMON HINDI NAME: Manjith, Majith
SANSKRIT NAME: Manjistha, Samanga
HABITAT: Throughout India in hilly regions.
PLANT PARTS USED: Roots, Stem
PRODUCTS OFFERED: Root Powder

Aside from its use as a dye, Manjistha roots has its figurative roots in Ancient Tibetan Medicine and Traditional Chinese Medicine, where it was used in treating blood disorders, inflammation and skin conditions. Modern scientific practices have confirmed some of the uses of Manjistha as a medicinal plant, however most holistic practices that use Manjistha are not yet experimentally confirmed. It has been used as both a topical treatment and as an ingested supplement, and many describe its taste as being bitter, sharp, and even sweet.

It is used as a natural hair dye.