A critical analysis of Nili (Indigofera tinctoria linn) from various ayurvedic texts

Authors

  • Kunjal Patel PG Scholar
  • Dharmendra Jani
  • Raju Zinzala

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.70066/jahm.v11i12.1188

Keywords:

Nili (Indigofera tinctoria Linn.), Samhita, Chikitsagrantha

Abstract

Background: Nili (Indigofera tinctoria Linn.) is a perennial shrub, found nearly throughout the country and widely cultivated in India from long back for the production of indigo dye. Nili (Indigofera tinctoria Linn.) also has a wide range of therapeutic aspect such as Jwara, Kasa, Krumi, Valipalita, Vatarakta, Shotha, etc. mentioned in Samhitas, Chikitsagranthas and Nighantus. Material & Method: The available Samhitas, Chikitsagranthas were referred for collecting the data regarding Nili (Indigofera tinctoria Linn.). Observation & Result: Referring various Samhitas, Chikitsagranthas gives vital information about the formulations, dosage forms and various clinical aspect of Nili (Indigofera tinctoria Linn.). Discussion: 21 Ayurvedic texts including Samhitas and Chikitsagranthas are referred and the data obtained is well categorized for the easy interpretation. Conclusion: From this review study, information is gathered regarding formulations, Internal-external application, various dosage form and Amayika prayoga of Nili (Indigofera tinctoria Linn.) which can be prove beneficial in the clinical aspect.

Author Biographies

Dharmendra Jani

Associate Professor, Upgraded P.G. Department of Dravyaguna, Government Ayurved College, Vadodara, Gujarat, India

Raju Zinzala

Second year P.G. Scholar, Upgraded P.G. Department of Dravyaguna, Government Ayurved College, Vadodara, Gujarat, India

 

Published

2024-01-06

How to Cite

Patel, K., Jani, D. ., & Zinzala, R. . (2024). A critical analysis of Nili (Indigofera tinctoria linn) from various ayurvedic texts. Journal of Ayurveda and Holistic Medicine (JAHM), 11(12). https://doi.org/10.70066/jahm.v11i12.1188

Issue

Vol. 11 No. 12 (2023): Journal of Ayurveda and Holistic Medicine (JAHM)

Section

Review Article

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