Tagar is a hairy herb that grows in the temperate regions of the Himalayas and Khasia.
Tagar roots help in reducing anxiety and improving sleep as it relaxes the central nervous system due to its sedative and anxiolytic properties. It is beneficial in managing blood pressure by relaxing the smooth muscles and increasing the blood flow due to its blood pressure-lowering activity. Tagar also helps manage muscle pain as it possesses antispasmodic and analgesic properties. In Ayurveda, taking Tagar powder along with milk helps to induce sound sleep due to its Vata balancing properties.
Externally, Tagar helps in managing skin diseases as it inhibits the growth of skin pathogens due to its antibacterial and antimicrobial properties.
As Tagar has sedative activity, it is advisable not to take this along with sedatives or CNS depressants as it might prolong the drowsiness[2].

What are the synonyms of Tagar?

Valeri ana wallichii, Indian Valeria n, Mushkbala, Sugandhabala, Kalanusari, Kalanusarika, Nata, Paduka, Ganthoda, Tagar Gantho, Ghodawaj, Mandibattal, Mandyavanthu, Mandibattalu, Thakaram, Ganthode, Tagarapaduka, Jalashiuli, Mushkobala, Tagarai, Grandhi Tagaramu

BENEFITS OF TAGAR

1. Wound healing
Tagar or its oil helps in quick healing of wounds, decreases swelling and brings back the normal texture of the skin. A paste of Tagar powder with coconut oil helps in quick healing and reduces inflammation due to its Ropan (healing) property.

Tip to use Tagar to promote wound healing-
a. Take 1-6 mg (or as per your requirement) of Tagar powder.
b. Add honey to it and make a paste.
c. Apply evenly on the affected area.
d. Use this remedy thrice a week to promote wound healing as well as prevent infections.

2. Joint Pain
Tagar powder helps to reduce bone and joint pain when applied to the affected area. According to Ayurveda, the bones and joints are considered a site of Vata in the body. Pain in the joints is mainly due to Vata imbalance. Applying a paste of Tagar powder helps to reduce joint pain due to its Vata balancing property.

Tip to use Tagar to get relief from joint pain-
a. Take 1-6 mg (or as per your requirement) of Tagar powder.
b. Add lukewarm water to it and make a paste.
c. Apply evenly on the affected area and wait for at least 20-30 minutes.
d. Wash it with plain water.
e. Repeat this process for a few days to get rid of joint pain.