Eswaramool – Herbal Extraction Plant
Primary Uses: Blood purifier, cooling tonic, skin diseases, liver support, general detox
Extraction Process
- Harvesting & Cleaning: Roots of mature Hemidesmus indicus plants are dug up during the dry season.
- Drying : Dried in shade or at low temperatures to retain essential oils and active components.
- Grinding : Once dried, the roots are crushed or ground into smaller pieces or coarse powder for effective extraction.
- Solvent Extraction : Extraction methods include maceration, percolation, or Soxhlet extraction.
- Filtration & Concentration: Concentrated under reduced pressure to obtain a semi-solid extract.
- Drying: The extract may be spray dried to form a fine powder or vacuum dried for paste forms.
- Standardization : Active markers like hemidesmin, saponins, and essential oils are tested and standardized.
Medicinal Benefits
- Detoxification: Helps purify the blood and remove toxins
- Skin Health: Useful in treating acne, eczema, and other skin issues
- Cooling Agent: Reduces body heat, used in summer tonics
- Liver Tonic: Supports liver detoxification and function
- Immunity Booster: Strengthens the immune system
- Digestive Aid: Improves digestion and reduces acidity
Applications
- Syrups & Tonics – for blood purification and immunity
- Capsules / Powders – as a daily supplement for detox and skin health
- Face Packs / Scrubs – traditional use for glowing skin
- Ayurvedic Formulations – used with sariva, manjistha, neem, etc.
