CHIRAITO (Swertia multicaulis)

 

CHIRAITO (Swertia multicaulis)  

Nepali Name: चिराईतो, Chiraito

Scientific Name: Swertia multicaulis

Hindi Name: चिरायता (Chirayata), Chirata  

Traditional Uses and Process of Use:

1. Tonic:

• Chiraito is customarily used as a stimulant, contributing to total wellness and energy.

• It is believed to strengthen the ashes and improve power levels.

2. Febrifuge:

• Chiraito is known for its antipyretic properties, helping to reduce high temperature.

• It may be used to abate symptoms associated with diverse feverish conditions.

3. Stomachic:

• The herb is considered stomachic, advancing digestive wellness.

• It may abet in improving hunger and easing digestive pain.

4. Laxative:

• Chiraito is used as a purgative, aiding in easing irregularity.

• It may aid normal bowel movements and stop irregularity-connected issues.

5. Anthelmintic:

• Chiraito is believed to be in possession of anthelmintic properties, helping to eject intestinal worms.

• It may be used in the treatment of parasitic infections.

6. Antimalaria:

• The herb is customarily used for its antimalarial properties.

• It may be employed in preventing or managing symptoms associated with malaria.

7. Antidiarrhoeic:

• Chiraito is used as an antidiarrhoeic actor, helping to manage looseness.

• It may be efficient in managing gastrointestinal issues and restoring common bowel purpose.