Collection: Indrajau Kadwa Seeds (Indrajav)

Indrajau Kadwa (also known by various regional names like Inderjoo Kadwa, Indra Jau, Indrajav Kadwa, Indrajo Kadwa, Indrajao Seeds) is the common name for the plant Holarrhena pubescens. It is a medicinal plant that has been used in traditional medicine, particularly in India, for a variety of health conditions, including diabetes.

Holarrhena Pubescens (Indrajau Kadwa) Overview:

• Botanical Name: Holarrhena pubescens

• Common Names:

  • Indrajau Kadwa

  • Inderjoo Kadwa

  • Indra Jau

  • Indrajav Kadwa

  • Indrajo Kadwa

  • Indrajao Seeds

  • Also referred to as Kadu Indrajau in some regions.

Appearance:

• Plant: A shrub that typically grows in tropical regions.

• Seeds: The seeds of the plant are known for their bitter taste, which is why the term “Kadwa” (meaning bitter) is often used to describe them.

• Flowers: The plant has white, fragrant flowers that bloom during certain seasons.

Medicinal Uses and Benefits:

1. For Diabetes:

   • Indrajau Kadwa is known to have anti-diabetic properties. The seeds of the plant are traditionally used in Ayurveda to manage blood sugar levels and diabetes.

   • The plant's bioactive compounds, especially alkaloids, help in regulating insulin sensitivity and may aid in controlling blood glucose levels.

2. Other Health Benefits:

   • Digestive Health: Traditionally, it has been used for treating digestive disorders such as dysentery, diarrhea, and intestinal worms.

   • Antimicrobial and Antibacterial: The seeds have antimicrobial properties, which can help in treating infections.

   • Anti-inflammatory: Helps reduce inflammation and is used to treat conditions such as arthritis.

3. Other Uses:

   • Anti-parasitic: The plant has been used in the treatment of intestinal parasites and amoebic dysentery.

   • Traditional Remedies: It is used in several traditional formulations for the treatment of fevers, skin conditions, and cough.