Herbs : Kala Tulasi

Latin Name

Sanskrit Name

Tulasi

Hindi Name

Kala Tulasi

English Name

Parts Used

These are all fruits. Each plant has a different therapeutic value and must be prepared in its own way for maximum benefits.

This "herb" is actually a mixture of three Ayurvedic fruits in equal proportion: Amalaki (Emblica officinale), Bibhitaki (Terminalia belerica) and Haritaki (Terminalia chebula).

Traditional Ayurvedic Uses

• Tulasi is one of the most sacred plants in India, and many worship this plant daily as a means of cultivating their own consciousness through the power of devotion.
  
• Tulasi gives Sattwa, or positivity and healing power. It is said to open the heart and mind, increase the sense of spiritual love, and to enhance devotion, faith, compassion and clarity. It also helps to develop pure awareness.
  
• Tulasi helps to enhance the quality of Rasa Dhatu (nutrient plasma), Rakta Dhatu (blood), Majja Dhatu (bone marrow and nerves) as well as Shukra Dhatu (reproductive fluids).