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Chitrak Mool Churna (Chitraka Root) – Plumbago zeylanica – Riddhish Herbals – 100g
Chitrak Mool Churna (Chitraka Root) – Plumbago zeylanica – Riddhish Herbals – 100g
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Chitrak Mool Churna from Riddhish Herbals is the root powder of Chitraka (Plumbago zeylanica, white leadwort) — one of the most potent Deepaniya (digestive-fire-kindling) dravyas of classical Ayurveda, named in Charaka's Deepaniya Mahakashaya. Classically Katu (pungent), Ushna (warming) and Teekshna (sharp), with a Deepana-Pachana and Lekhana action. Because it is potent, it is used strictly on the advice of a qualified Ayurvedic physician and is avoided in pregnancy. A published study examined its antioxidant properties. Each pack is genuine, bill-provided material from a doctor-guided store operating since 2015.
About Chitrak Mool Churna (Chitraka Root)
Chitrak — Chitraka, Plumbago zeylanica — is the classical ‘fire herb’ of Ayurveda, and its root (Mool) is the part the texts prize. This churna is the finely milled root, a potent Deepana dravya used to kindle Agni.
Riddhish Herbals supplies it as a clean single-material root powder under our doctor-guided selection standard, with a bill on every order. It is a strong, physician's dravya — presented here for guided use, not casual self-dosing.
Traditional Ayurvedic Importance
Chitraka is named in Charaka's Deepaniya Mahakashaya — the classical group of the foremost Agni-kindling herbs — and the Bhavaprakasha Nighantu describes it as Katu, Ushna, Teekshna, with a powerful Deepana (Agni-kindling), Pachana (digestive) and Lekhana (scraping) action, pacifying to Kapha and Vata.
Because of its strength, classical practice uses Chitraka in small, carefully judged amounts and often in shodhita (processed) form, always chosen and dosed by a trained Vaidya. It is classically avoided in pregnancy, which is why the guidance here is firmly physician-led.
Key Features
- Single-herb Chitraka root: 100% Plumbago zeylanica root powder (Chitrak Mool), nothing blended in.
- The classical ‘fire herb’: Chitraka is Charaka's foremost Deepaniya (Agni-kindling) dravya — its very name evokes Agni.
- Katu, Ushna & Teekshna: pungent, warming and sharp — a Deepana-Pachana and Lekhana root.
- The root is the potent part: Chitrak Mool (root) is the part classical texts single out.
- Physician-only, pregnancy-avoided: a potent herb used strictly on a Vaidya's advice; not in pregnancy.
- Genuine, doctor-guided sourcing: bill provided with every pack; a store trusted since 2015.
Research on the Constituents
◆ A study examined the antioxidant properties of Plumbago zeylanica, an Indian medicinal plant — (Tilak JC et al., 2004 — Redox Report). PubMed PMID: 15479566
Results were observed under study conditions. Individual results may vary. This is shared for general educational interest and is not a medical claim. Consult your Ayurvedic physician before use.
Ingredients (single-material, label-verified)
| Ingredient | Botanical (part) | Plant Part | Proportion |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chitrak Mool / Chitraka | Plumbago zeylanica L. (Plumbaginaceae) | Root (Mula) | 100% single material |
Single-material genuine Chitraka (Plumbago zeylanica) root powder. No fillers, colours or preservatives added. A potent classical Deepana root for physician-guided use. Confirm details against the physical pack label.
How to Use
Strictly as directed by a qualified Ayurvedic physician. Chitraka is a potent, sharp (Teekshna) herb: it is used in small, carefully judged amounts, often in classical shodhita form, with the quantity and anupan matched to you by a Vaidya. Please do not self-dose.
Who Can Use It
For adults using it on the advice of a qualified Ayurvedic physician. It is contraindicated in pregnancy and should not be used by pregnant women. Those with high Pitta, hyperacidity, or a sensitive or ulcer-prone stomach should avoid it unless a physician advises otherwise. Not for children except on a physician's specific direction.
Safety Information
Chitraka is a potent, warming and sharp (Ushna-Teekshna) classical root, used only on the advice of a qualified Ayurvedic physician. It is contraindicated in pregnancy. It is avoided in high Pitta, acidity and ulcer-prone conditions. The raw root can irritate skin on direct contact, so wash hands after handling. Keep out of reach of children, and please do not self-dose. Results may vary from person to person.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place in an airtight container away from moisture and direct sunlight, and out of the reach of children. Keep the pack tightly closed after each use.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chitrak Mool Churna?
It is the root powder of Chitraka (Plumbago zeylanica), one of Ayurveda's most potent Deepaniya (Agni-kindling) herbs, named in Charaka's Deepaniya Mahakashaya. It is a physician-guided dravya.
Why is Chitraka called the ‘fire herb’?
Its Sanskrit associations (Agni, Vahni, Dahana) reflect its classical role as a powerful Deepana (digestive-fire-kindling) dravya. The root is the part the texts single out.
Is it safe to use without a physician?
No — Chitraka is a potent, sharp herb. Use it strictly on the advice of a qualified Ayurvedic physician, who sets the correct small amount and form. Please do not self-dose.
Can pregnant women use it?
No. Chitraka is classically contraindicated in pregnancy and should not be used by pregnant women. Consult a qualified Ayurvedic physician for any use.
What are the alternate names of Chitrak?
Chitraka, Agni or Vahni (Sanskrit), Chita or Chitra (Hindi), Chitro (Gujarati), Kodiveli (Tamil), Chitramulam (Telugu) and Koduveli (Malayalam); in English Ceylon or white leadwort. Botanically Plumbago zeylanica.
What are its classical properties?
Bhavaprakasha Nighantu describes Chitraka as Katu (pungent), Ushna (warming), Teekshna (sharp), and a powerful Deepana-Pachana and Lekhana dravya, pacifying Kapha and Vata.
Is this AYUSH- or GMP-made?
This is a raw single-herb root powder in Riddhish Herbals' own pack. Any AYUSH or GMP mark would appear on the physical pack — we state such marks only where verified on the pack.
Has Plumbago zeylanica been studied scientifically?
Yes — a study examined its antioxidant properties (Tilak JC et al., 2004, Redox Report). This is shared for general educational interest, not as a medical claim.
How should I store Chitrak Mool Churna?
Keep it in a cool, dry, airtight container away from moisture and sunlight, and out of the reach of children.
Regional Names & Spelling Variants
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Local / common | Chitro / Chitrak (ચિત્રો / चित्रक) |
| Sanskrit | Chitraka, Agni, Vahni, Dahana, Pathi (चित्रक) |
| Hindi | Chita, Chitra, Chitrak (चित्रक) |
| Gujarati | Chitro / Chitrak (ચિત્રો) |
| Marathi | Chitrak / Chitramul (romanised) |
| Bengali | Chita / Chitamul (romanised) |
| Tamil | Kodiveli / Chittiramoolam (romanised) |
| Telugu | Chitramulam / Agnimata (romanised) |
| Kannada | Chitramula / Vahni (romanised) |
| Malayalam | Koduveli / Vellakoduveli (romanised) |
| English + Botanical | Ceylon Leadwort / White Leadwort — Plumbago zeylanica L. (Plumbaginaceae) — root (Mula) |
| Search variants | chitrak, chitrak mool, chitraka, chitramool, chita, kodiveli, plumbago zeylanica, white leadwort, chitrak churna |
| Common misspellings | chitrak mul, chitrakmool, chitraka root, plumbago zeylanika, chitro churna |
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