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Punarnava Powder | Boerhavia diffusa Root Churna | Riddhish Herbals | 100g
Punarnava Powder | Boerhavia diffusa Root Churna | Riddhish Herbals | 100g
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Punarnava Powder (Punarnava Churna) by Riddhish Herbals is a single-herb Ayurvedic powder of Boerhavia diffusa, 100%, in a 100 g pack. Punarnava is a classical Mutrala herb, traditionally used in Ayurveda for urinary comfort and described in classical texts as Shothahara. Dose: As directed by the Ayurvedic physician. Supplied by Riddhish Herbals, Gujarat’s Ayurvedic store since 2015, with a bill on every order.
About Punarnava and Its Traditional Ayurvedic Importance
Punarnava is the Sanskrit name for Boerhavia diffusa, a low, spreading herb of roadsides, field edges and open ground across India, known in Gujarat as Satodi and in Hindi as Gadahpurna. The name means “that which becomes new again”: the plant dries back through the hot months and springs up fresh with the monsoon, which is also why it is called Varshabhu, “born of the rains”.
Classical Nighantu texts, including Bhavaprakasha Nighantu (Guduchyadi Varga), describe Punarnava in two kinds, Shweta (white-flowered) and Rakta (red-flowered). Its classical properties are summarised below:
- Rasa (taste): Madhura (sweet), Tikta (bitter), Kashaya (astringent).
- Guna (qualities): Laghu (light), Ruksha (dry).
- Virya (potency): Ushna (warming).
- Dosha: traditionally regarded as pacifying Kapha and Vata.
- Karma (traditional actions): Mutrala (supporting urine flow), Deepana (kindling digestion) and Shothahara, a classical Ayurvedic category name.
Light, dry and warming in nature, Punarnava has a long place in Gujarati household practice, where the fresh plant is familiar as a monsoon green and the dried herb is kept as a powder or prepared as a decoction. In Ayurvedic pharmacy it is also the lead herb of several classical formulations that carry its name, such as Punarnavadi Kwath and Punarnavasava.
Key Features
- Single herb, 100%: Boerhavia diffusa (Punarnava), 100%, nothing else added to the formula.
- Classical Mutrala herb: traditionally used in Ayurveda for urinary comfort.
- Shothahara in classical texts: described in Bhavaprakasha Nighantu (Guduchyadi Varga) under this classical category name.
- Light and warming: Laghu, Ruksha and Ushna, traditionally regarded as pacifying Kapha and Vata.
- Deepana: classically described as kindling digestion.
- Flexible in traditional use: taken with warm water, or prepared as a decoction.
- Riddhish Herbals own brand: manufactured by Panchamrut Herbals, a GMP-, ISO 9001:2015- and HACCP-certified manufacturer, Mfg. Lic. No. GA/1762.
- Genuine and billed: 100 g pack, supplied by Riddhish Herbals since 2015, with a bill on every order and pan-India delivery.
Composition (each pack contains)
Punarnava Powder is a single-herb powder of Punarnava. Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Botanical name | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| Punarnava | Boerhavia diffusa | 100% |
Pack: 100 g · Form: Powder (churna) · Mfg. Lic. No.: GA/1762 · Manufactured by Panchamrut Herbals. Marketed by Riddhish Herbals. Product of India.
How to Use
Dose: As directed by the Ayurvedic physician.
In traditional practice, Punarnava powder is taken with warm water, which suits its light and warming nature. The herb is also boiled in water and reduced to prepare a decoction (kwath), on its own or with other herbs your physician selects. Your physician will set the quantity, timing and vehicle that suit you.
Safety, Storage & Pack Information
Use under the guidance of a qualified Ayurvedic physician. Consult your physician before use, especially if you are pregnant, lactating, taking any medication, or managing any medical condition. Punarnava is classically described as Mutrala, so take only the quantity your physician advises. For children, use only as directed by a physician. Keep out of reach of children. Results may vary from person to person.
Storage: Store in a cool and dry place. Protect from direct sunlight. Close the pack well after each use.
Pack: 100 g. Check the batch number, manufacturing date and expiry date on your pack before use.
Ingredient Names in Hindi, Gujarati and Sanskrit
| Ingredient | Hindi | Gujarati | Sanskrit | English — Botanical |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Punarnava | पुनर्नवा (Punarnava), Gadahpurna | સાટોડી (Satodi) | पुनर्नवा (Punarnava), Varshabhu | Spreading hogweed, red spiderling — Boerhavia diffusa |
Also searched as: Punarnava Churna, Punarnava Churan, Punarnava Chooran, Punarnawa Powder, Punernava Powder, Satodi Powder, Saturdi Powder, Gadahpurna Powder, Varshabhu Churna, Boerhavia diffusa Powder, Boerhaavia diffusa Powder, Spreading Hogweed Powder, Red Spiderling Powder, Ghetuli Powder, Mukurattai Powder, Atikamamidi Powder.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Punarnava Powder?
Punarnava Powder (Punarnava Churna) by Riddhish Herbals is a single-herb Ayurvedic powder of Boerhavia diffusa, 100%, in a 100 g pack. Known in Sanskrit as Punarnava and Varshabhu, in Hindi as Punarnava or Gadahpurna and in Gujarati as Satodi, it is a classical Mutrala herb, traditionally used in Ayurveda for urinary comfort.
What does this pack contain?
Ingredients: Boerhavia diffusa (Punarnava) 100%. Pack: 100 g.
How do I take Punarnava Powder?
Dose: As directed by the Ayurvedic physician. In traditional practice, Punarnava powder is taken with warm water, and the herb is also boiled in water and reduced to prepare a decoction (kwath). Your physician will set the quantity, timing and vehicle that suit you.
How is Punarnava described in classical Ayurveda?
Classical Nighantu literature describes Punarnava as Madhura (sweet), Tikta (bitter) and Kashaya (astringent) in taste, Laghu (light) and Ruksha (dry) in quality, and Ushna (warming) in potency. It is regarded as pacifying Kapha and Vata, and is described as Mutrala (supporting urine flow), Deepana (kindling digestion) and Shothahara, a classical category name.
What does the name Punarnava mean?
Punarnava means “that which becomes new again”. It refers to the plant itself: a low, spreading herb that dries back in the hot season and springs up fresh with the monsoon. The same habit gives it its other Sanskrit name, Varshabhu, “born of the rains”.
Is there more than one kind of Punarnava?
Classical texts describe Shweta (white-flowered) and Rakta (red-flowered) Punarnava. This pack contains Boerhavia diffusa 100%, the species most widely known as Punarnava across India.
Can I use Punarnava Powder during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
Please consult your physician before use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, and use it only under their guidance.
Who manufactures and markets this Punarnava Powder?
Manufactured by Panchamrut Herbals (Mfg. Lic. No. GA/1762). Marketed by Riddhish Herbals, Khambhalia, Gujarat.
Is this product GMP certified?
Panchamrut Herbals, the manufacturer of this product, holds GMP, ISO 9001:2015 and HACCP certification. Good manufacturing practice (GMP) relates to how the product is made; these are not claims about any medical outcome.
How do I know this is the genuine pack?
A genuine pack has the Riddhish Herbals logo, the name Punarnava Powder with पुनर्नवा चूर्ण in Hindi, Boerhavia diffusa 100%, Mfg. Lic. No. GA/1762, and its own batch number, manufacturing date and expiry date. Every order from Riddhish Herbals ships with a proper bill, and our team can help you confirm the pack you received.
What are the other names of Punarnava?
Punarnava is also written Punarnawa or Punernava. It is called Punarnava or Gadahpurna in Hindi, Satodi (સાટોડી) in Gujarati, Punarnava (पुनर्नवा) and Varshabhu in Sanskrit, Ghetuli in Marathi, Mukurattai in Tamil, Atikamamidi in Telugu, and spreading hogweed or red spiderling in English. Its botanical name is Boerhavia diffusa, also spelt Boerhaavia diffusa.
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About Riddhish Herbals
Manufactured by Panchamrut Herbals. Marketed by Riddhish Herbals. Riddhish Herbals has supplied genuine Ayurvedic products across India since 2015. This is a traditional Ayurvedic product; information on this page is educational and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.
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