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.
