Niranjan Phal (Malva Nut / Sterculia lychnophora) – Whole Dried Fruit – Riddhish Herbals – 10 Pcs

Reviewed by Dr. Riddhish Padiya — B.Pharm (Ayurveda), M.Pharm (Pharmacognosy), Ph.D. (Dravyaguna), ITRA Jamnagar.

About Niranjan Phal

Niranjan Phal is one of the more distinctive botanicals shared between Ayurvedic and traditional Asian wellness systems. The dried fruit is unremarkable to look at, yet drop a single piece into a glass of water and within hours it expands many times over into a soft, jelly-like mass. That mucilage is the whole point of the fruit — it is why generations across Gujarat, Maharashtra and South India have kept it in the kitchen for the hot months.

Riddhish Herbals supplies Niranjan Phal as whole, natural fruits with nothing added — no processing, no colours, no preservatives. Each pack holds 10 pieces, sized for the traditional one-piece overnight soak so you use only what you need.

Traditional Ayurvedic Importance

In Ayurvedic understanding Niranjan Phal is read as a cooling fruit — Shita Virya, with Madhura (sweet) and Kashaya (astringent) Rasa. It is traditionally associated with Pitta pacification: the settling of excess internal heat that can show up as a warm, dry sensation in the gut or throat. Folk wellness traditions of western and southern India have long turned to it during seasonal heat.

Its mucilaginous seed coat is recognised in traditional systems as a natural demulcent — a substance that leaves a soothing, coating film along the digestive and respiratory passages. This echoes the Ayurvedic idea of Snehana (internal softening), here achieved through plant mucilage rather than ghee or oil. Demulcent and cooling action of this kind is standard traditional-use language, not a promise of any medical outcome.

Key Features

• Whole, natural fruit: complete dried Niranjan Phal pieces — no extracts, no processing, no additives.
• Traditional cooling botanical: valued in Ayurveda for its Shita Virya (cooling) and Pitta-pacifying qualities.
• Natural mucilage: swells in water to a soft gel — the quality behind its traditional digestive and throat use.
• Digestive comfort: traditionally taken in Ayurvedic routines for gut ease and regular bowel activity.
• Throat soothing: historically valued across Asian traditions for its demulcent, coating character.
• One-piece packs: 10 whole fruits sized for the classical single-piece soaking method.
• Pure and additive-free: no artificial colour, flavour, synthetic preservative or filler.

Composition

Single natural raw fruit — sold whole and unprocessed, so it carries no blended quantities, ratios or excipients.

Research & Scientific References

How to Use

As directed by your Ayurvedic physician or wellness consultant. Traditional method: soak 1 whole piece in about 200 ml of clean water for 6–8 hours or overnight. The fruit expands and turns the water soft and viscous with its natural mucilage; the soaked fruit and water are then taken as guided. Do not exceed the quantity your practitioner advises.

Anupan (traditional vehicle): plain water for the overnight soak is the classical preparation. Some traditions use rose water or lukewarm water depending on the purpose of use.

Who Can Use It

Suitable for adults looking for a plant-based cooling and digestive-comfort addition to a balanced daily routine. If you are pregnant, lactating, on any medication or managing a health condition, consult a qualified Ayurvedic physician before use. For children and the elderly, use only under professional guidance.

Safety Information

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture. After opening, transfer to an airtight container. The natural mucilage makes the fruit quick to absorb humidity, so keep it well away from damp.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Niranjan Phal?

Niranjan Phal is the whole dried fruit of Sterculia lychnophora Hance, a tree native to Southeast Asia. It is valued in Ayurvedic and Asian wellness traditions for its naturally cooling character and the abundant mucilage it releases when soaked. It is also called Malva Nut, China Fruit and Pang Da Hai.

What are the alternate and regional names for Niranjan Phal?

It is known as Malva Nut, China Fruit and Pang Da Hai (Chinese: 胖大海). In India it is written Niranjan Phal, Niranjan Fal or Neeranjan Phal; the Sanskritised trade name is Niranjana Phala. The botanical name is Sterculia lychnophora Hance. A fuller name table appears in the Regional Names section below.

Is Niranjan Phal from Riddhish Herbals genuine and quality-assured?

Yes. Riddhish Herbals has supplied genuine Ayurvedic products since 2015 from our Gujarat retail store and online. This is a natural single-material raw fruit, sold whole and unprocessed, and every order comes with a proper bill. We do not sell duplicate or adulterated material. ✓ Since 2015 ✓ Genuine Products ✓ Bill Provided ✓ Doctor-Guided Selection

Can I use Niranjan Phal without consulting a doctor?

Niranjan Phal is a mild, traditionally well-regarded botanical. As with any Ayurvedic ingredient, we still recommend using it under the guidance of a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner, who can advise the right quantity, frequency and preparation for your individual constitution (Prakriti).

What is the correct soaking method and anupan?

Soak 1 whole piece in roughly 200 ml of clean water for 6–8 hours or overnight. The fruit expands and the water becomes soft and viscous with released mucilage. Plain water is the standard vehicle; rose water or lukewarm water may be used under practitioner guidance for specific purposes.

How should I store Niranjan Phal?

Keep it in a cool, dry place away from sunlight and moisture, and move it to an airtight container after opening. Because the mucilage readily absorbs humidity, avoid damp storage.

Is Niranjan Phal available at the Riddhish Herbals store with a bill?

Yes. It is stocked at our Gujarat retail store and online at www.riddhishherbals.com with pan-India delivery, and a bill is provided on every purchase. ✓ 4000+ Ayurvedic Products ✓ 130+ Trusted Brands ✓ Pan-India Delivery

Has Sterculia lychnophora been studied scientifically?

Yes. A peer-reviewed review (Oppong MB et al., 2018 — Chinese Journal of Natural Medicines; PMID 30322606) documented the traditional ethnopharmacological uses and phytochemistry of Sterculia lychnophora across Chinese, Indian and Southeast Asian systems. Results observed in study conditions; individual results may vary.

Is this product vegetarian and additive-free?

Yes. Niranjan Phal from Riddhish Herbals is fully plant-based and vegetarian, with no artificial colour, flavour, synthetic preservative or processing agent of any kind.

Regional Names and Spelling Variants