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Guduchi (Heart-leaved Moonseed / Giloy)
Tinospora cordifolia
ଗୁଳୁଚି (Guluchi)गिलोय (Giloy)Guduchi
- Family
- Menispermaceae
- Origin
- Tropical India
- Plant Type
- Climber
- Habitat
- Outdoor
About the Plant
Extensive deciduous climbing shrub; grey-brown papery bark, aerial roots, petiolate cordate heart-shaped leaves, and red drupelet clusters.
Traditional Uses
Chronic fevers, gout, arthritis, jaundice, diabetes, and immunosuppression
Parts Used
Stem, aerial roots
Ayurvedic Properties
- Rasa: Tikta, Kashaya
- Guna: Guru, Snigdha
- Virya: Ushna
- Vipaka: Madhura
Health Benefits
- Powerful immunomodulator, accelerates platelet recovery, protects liver, and detoxifies blood
Precautions
May enhance autoimmune symptoms; monitor blood glucose in diabetics
Interesting Facts
Named 'Amrita' meaning heavenly nectar of immortality; can survive extreme drought without soil contact