Meet our garden plants, their botanical names and traditional uses. Open a profile to read more about each plant.
18 plants to explore
Holy Basil
Ocimum tenuiflorum
Traditional qualities & areas of study
Revered in India as a sacred plant, Tulsi is traditionally associated with respiratory and digestive wellbeing, mental clarity and resilience.
Its aromatic leaves contain naturally occurring plant compounds with antioxidant activity and are used in many traditional preparations.
Cymbopogon spp.
Traditional qualities & areas of study
Fragrant Lemongrass is valued across tropical herbal traditions for its fresh citrus aroma.
Its leaves and essential oil contain aromatic plant compounds and are used in a variety of traditional preparations, from infusions and bathing rituals to topical and aromatic applications.
Kumari
Aloe vera
Traditional qualities & areas of study
Aloe Vera is prized for the cooling, soothing and hydrating qualities of its inner leaf gel.
It has a long tradition of use in skin and beauty preparations and is particularly appreciated in warm climates and for dry or heated skin.
Nimba
Azadirachta indica
Traditional qualities & areas of study
One of Ayurveda's best-known medicinal trees, Neem is traditionally valued for its cooling and cleansing qualities.
Its leaves, bark, seeds and oil have a long history of use in preparations for the skin and scalp. Neem contains numerous naturally occurring compounds studied for antimicrobial, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity.
Haridra
Curcuma longa
Traditional qualities & areas of study
The brilliant golden rhizome of Turmeric has been treasured in Ayurveda for centuries.
Rich in curcuminoids, it is widely known for antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity and has a long tradition of internal and external use, including herbal oils, pastes, beauty preparations and wellness formulations.
Shigru
Moringa oleifera
Traditional qualities & areas of study
Moringa is a nutrient-rich tree whose leaves, seeds and oil have a long history of traditional use.
It contains antioxidant plant compounds and is valued in both wellness and natural skin-care preparations for its nourishing and conditioning qualities.
Vitex negundo
Traditional qualities & areas of study
Nirgundi is especially valued in traditional Ayurvedic external therapies.
Its leaves have long been incorporated into herbal oils, warm poultices and fomentations associated with muscular and joint comfort. The plant contains compounds studied for anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activity.
Amrita
Tinospora cordifolia
Traditional qualities & areas of study
Known as Amrita - 'nectar of immortality' - Guduchi holds an important place among Ayurveda's rejuvenating herbs.
Traditionally classified as a Rasayana, it is associated with vitality, balance and restoration and is used in a wide range of classical herbal preparations.
Mandukaparni
Centella asiatica
Traditional qualities & areas of study
Gotu Kola is treasured in Ayurveda and traditional Asian medicine.
It is traditionally associated with rejuvenation and mental clarity, while Centella compounds are also widely studied and used in contemporary preparations designed to support healthy skin.
Andrographis
Andrographis paniculata
Traditional qualities & areas of study
Famous for its intensely bitter taste, Kalamegha has a long history in Ayurveda and Asian herbal traditions.
It is traditionally associated with cleansing, digestion and supporting the body's natural defences, and contains compounds studied for antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity.
Eranda
Ricinus communis
Traditional qualities & areas of study
Castor has a long history in Ayurveda.
Raw castor seeds are toxic and are not used directly.
Properly processed castor oil is rich and emollient and is incorporated into traditional external preparations, including oils and applications associated with muscles and joints.
Hibiscus sabdariffa
Traditional qualities & areas of study
Rosella's vivid red calyces are rich in naturally occurring anthocyanin pigments and other antioxidant compounds.
Hibiscus preparations are used across traditional wellness and beauty practices.
Butterfly Blue Pea
Clitoria ternatea
Traditional qualities & areas of study
Aparajita is recognised by its striking blue flowers, naturally rich in anthocyanin pigments.
In Ayurvedic tradition, more than the flower is valued: leaves, roots and other parts of the plant have been used in traditional formulations, including preparations for external and internal use.
Long Pepper
Piper longum
Traditional qualities & areas of study
Pippali is an important Ayurvedic spice traditionally associated with Agni - the digestive fire - and respiratory wellbeing.
Its fruits and roots appear in classical formulations, and its warming, penetrating qualities are highly valued in Ayurveda.
Mint
Mentha spp.
Traditional qualities & areas of study
Mint is valued for its cooling character, fresh aroma and traditional association with comfortable digestion.
Its leaves and aromatic oils are used in culinary, topical, aromatic and herbal preparations across many traditions.
Murraya koenigii
Traditional qualities & areas of study
Curry Leaf is treasured throughout India as both a culinary and traditional herbal plant.
The fragrant leaves contain naturally occurring antioxidant compounds and have a long history of use in food, hair and traditional wellness preparations.
Elaeocarpus ganitrus
Traditional qualities & areas of study
Rudraksha is best known for the sacred seeds used to make mala beads for meditation and mantra, particularly in traditions associated with Lord Shiva.
The tree also has a history of traditional medicinal use, reminding us that sacred and medicinal plant traditions often overlap.
Pandanus amaryllifolius
Traditional qualities & areas of study
Pandan is one of Southeast Asia's most beloved aromatic plants.
Its fragrant leaves are used in foods, drinks and traditional preparations, bringing a distinctive sweet, green aroma that is deeply connected with the tropical landscape.
We are confirming the botanical identities of our Rasna, Mugwort and Wormwood before adding detailed profiles.
These profiles describe herbal traditions and selected areas of plant research. They are not medical advice or evidence that a preparation treats a condition. Uses depend on the species, plant part, preparation and individual.
