- Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), also known as Indian ginseng, Winter cherry, Ajagandha, Kanaje Hindi and Samm Al Ferakh, is a plant in Solanaceae or nightshade family. It grows as a stout shrub that reaches a height of 170cm. Like the tomato which belongs to the same family, ashwagandha bears yellow flowers and red fruit, though its fruit is berry-like in size and shape. Ashwagandha grows prolifically in India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka.
- Ashwagandha possesses anti-inflammatory, antitumor, antistress, antioxidant, immunomodulatory, hemopoetic, and rejuvenating properties. It also has a positive influence on the endocrine, cardiopulmonary, and central nervous systems. The Indian Central Council for Research on Ayurveda and Siddha tells us that ashwaganda root exerts its most powerful pharmacological influence on the reproductive system, neuropharmacological disorders,cardiovascular system, respiratory system, bacteria, fungi, inflammation and gastric acidity
- Ethanolic or aqueous extract of the root alone or in combination with other herbal materials is used in many commercial herbal formulations under various trade names such as Mentat, Geriforte, Pepcaps, 30 plus, Stresscom, Ashwagandharisht, Ashwagandhadi-churan, Ashwagandha-rasayanrist, and Ashwagandha-ghrit
- The cultivation is done at Mandsore district of Madhya Pradesh. Annual production of drug is 12,000 tons both from wild as well as cultivated sources.Convolvulus arvensis Himalayan mountain variety found in Nepal is the original one described in Sanskrit texts, and that Withaniaa somnifera was discovered and used later by doctors in India.
- The annual requirement of the drug in Indian market is about 3000 tons.
Ashwagandha root has great demand in crude drug market. Present market rate of dried root is about 80 per kg. The wholesale rate is about Rs 5000 per quintal - The US Patents and Trademarks Office (USPTO) has granted a dozen patents in the last five years on ashwagandha centred findings.
- Ashwagandha has been used as an herbal remedy for hundreds of years. It has many applications, and has been used by Native Americans and Africans to treat inflammation, fevers, and to protect against infection or illness. It has also been used to boost the immune system, improve memory, and to promote overall wellness.
- The market report states that Over 150 ashwagandha accessions collected from all over India and chemoprofiled, Contrasting chemotypes identified, Pharmacological studies of selected plants underway and Positioning Ashwagandha in global herbal market through systematic scientific validation.
- The Indian herb is not a commercial success. One of the reasons for this is the lack of standards, which has led to a wide variation in the chemical composition of ashwagandha-based drugs. The discrepancy, detected during a recent study, occurs in herbal products of even reputable companies.
| General Information - Introduction, benefits and Supplement recommendation
- History of Ashwagandha
- Ashwagandha: Wonder Herb of India
- Historical use and Active Constituents
- Introduction, Origin, Chemical Composition and Pharmacology
- Specification and Analysis
- History and Medicinal use of Ashwaganda
- Ashwaganda-The Great Hot Plant
- Ashwaganda Herb Information
- Physical Characteristics, Habitat and Uses
Cultivation &Technology - Cultivation Arrangement for Ashwaganda
- Cultivation Process of Ashwaganda
- Ashwaganda Cultivation in Polish climatic conditions
- Ashwaganda Production Technology
- Seed Requirement for Ashwaganda
- Plantation and Extraction of Ashwaganda
Company Profiles - Jeevan Herbs & Agro Farms
- Phyto Naturals
- Sai Phytoceuticals Pvt. Ltd.
- Jai Vankhandi Medicinal Herbs
- Perennial Biotechs Pvt. Ltd
- Pravek Kalp
- Sriram Herbals
- VPS Agro Oils Pvt. Ltd.
- Cherain Chemicals
- Mother Herbs Pvt. Ltd. and Agro Products
- S.S.Herbals
Consultants -
Mr.Ruth Kutalek
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Mr.Laura S. Monti
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Mr.Pushpam Kumar
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Mr.Jeanette C.Roberts
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Mr.Nathan Sivin
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Mr.Helen Moss
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Mr.Sienna Radha Craig
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Dr.Gayathri Magesh
Patent - US Patent-Dietary Supplement for Nutritionally Promoting Healthy Joint Function
- US Patent-Process of Isolation of withaferin
- US Patent-Natural Composition for Treating Bone or Joint inflammation
- US Patent-Ghosal
- Pharmaceutical Patents
- Tamil Nadu State Medicinal Plant Board
- IPR Patents of Ashwaganda
- Compositions for alleviating inflammation and oxidative stress in a mammal
- US Patent-Use of piperine as a bioavailability enhancer
| Applications -
Ashwaganda uses
- Ashwagandha In Treating Arthritis
- Selective Killing of Cancer Cells by Leaf Extract of Ashwagandha
- Effect of Ashwagandha in mice and Process of aging in Human Volunteers.
- Benefits of Ashwaganda Herb and Plants
- Uses of dried Ashwaganda
- Health Benefits of Ashwagandha
- Traditional Ayurvedic Uses
- Ashwaganda Medicinal uses
Market - Medicinal Plants and Extracts Market
- Market Scenario Of Medicinal Plants
- New Millennium Indian Technology Leadership
Initiative - Stress Reduction, Neural Protection and lot more from an ancient herb
- Kerry to market calming bars with Essentra
Products - Ashwaganda Extract Products
- Him Herbal Products
- Jarrow Ashwagandha-Sensoril
- Pravek Chyawanprash
- Herbal Tonic
- Ashwaganda Capsules
- Ashwaganda Root Products
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- Optimized Ashwagandha Extract (Stimulant Free)
- Morpheme Ashwaganda Supplements
Report - General Report of Herbal Medicine
- Retail Report of Ashwaganda
- Nutraceutical Food and Drinks Report
- Report of the Task Force on Conservation & Sustainable use of Medicinal Plants
- American Botanical Council Report
Suppliers and Buyers - Ashwaganda Suppliers
- Indian Suppliers List 1
- Indian Suppliers List 2
- Indian Suppliers List 3
- Indian Suppliers List 4
- Jai Vankhandi Medicinal Herbs
- Ashwaganda Powder Suppliers
- Export Shopee
- Surajbala Exports
- Ashwaganda Sell Offers
- Biosourcing.com
- Ashwaganda Root Suppliers
- Buyers of Medicinal Herbs
- Ashwaganda Buyers List
safety and Guides - Ayurvedic Guide to Wellness:Ashwagandha Rasayana
- Ashwagandha Review & Information
- Health Supplements Guide for Ashwaganda
- General Guide to use Ashwaganda
- The Practical Guide to Healthy Living
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