Indian Snakeroot (Sarpagandha)
Whole Dried Roots Rauvolfia Serpentina
Quantity: One Pack includes: 250g Whole Roots of Indian Snakeroots Sarpagandha
(As per buyer’s choice)
Description:
What is
Sarpagandha?
Sarpagandha
(Botanical name: Rauvolfia serpentina) is a powerful, time-honored
medicinal plant widely used in Ayurvedic and Unani medicine. Known in English
as Indian Snakeroot, this herb is native to India and Southeast Asia and is
renowned for its calming and therapeutic properties.
Key
Features:
- Botanical Name: Rauvolfia
serpentina
- Common Names: Sarpagandha,
Indian Snakeroot, Serpentina, Chandrika
- Part Used: Dried Whole Root
- Form: Raw, Natural (Not
powdered)
- Sourcing: Wildcrafted and
sun-dried
- Packaging: Airtight,
resealable, food-grade pouch
Traditional
Uses in Ayurveda:
In
classical Ayurvedic texts, Sarpagandha is described as:
- "Hridaya Shamak" –
Calming to the heart and mind
- "Nidrajanana" –
Promotes natural, restful sleep
- "Raktachapahara" –
Supports healthy blood pressure
- Often included in Ayurvedic
formulations for stress, anxiety, insomnia, and hypertension
Historical
& Medicinal Importance:
- Used by Indian healers for
over 3000 years
- Was historically exported to
Europe and used to produce reserpine, one of the first anti-hypertensive
medications
- Cited in Charaka Samhita and Sushruta
Samhita
Safety
& Usage Information:
Important
Note:
- Sarpagandha contains reserpine,
an alkaloid known to affect neurotransmitters.
- Consult a qualified healthcare
practitioner before use, especially if pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking
prescription medications (e.g., for heart, depression, or blood pressure).
- Do not use in combination with
sedatives or antidepressants.
- This herb is very potent—best
used under the supervision of an Ayurvedic or medical professional.
This
product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Statements are for informational purposes only and not evaluated by the FDA.