Category: V

With grooves.  

A resin canal opposite a longitudinal sulcus in the achenes of Compositae/Asteraceae.  

The grooves between the ribs of Umbelliferae/Apiaceae fruits, where the vittae are often to be found.  

(In nomenclature) published according to the I.C.B.N.,Articles 32–45.  

Sheathed.  

Plant constituent distilled to produce essential oil. The aromatic, oxygenated derivitives of terpenes that can be obtained from plants (in our case), usually by distillation. Unlike a fixed oil that has no scent (unless rancid), volatile oils are all scent. (Example: oil of Peppermint.) Various terpenoids that evaporate easily (they add taste and aroma to…

The Doshic constitution you have today due to your diet, environment, lifestyle, and other factors. For example, you may eat many cold foods and live in a cold place, making your Vikruti Vata. The current state of the individual, as opposed to the original constitution (prakruti) at conception. It may also denote disorder.  

The Ayurvedic Dosha comprised of air and ether elements, regulating your nervous system and all movements within your body. When Vata is out of balance, you experience constipation, bloating, anxiety, irregular periods, and other related issues. One of the three bodily humors, the combination of air and space, it is responsible for all movement in…

A substance used to heal wounds and promote tissue formation. Herbs or other remedies that are used in the healing of wounds. Styptic and often antiseptic. Literally, “wound-healing.” All agent that helps heal wounds and sores by external application. Promotes the healing of wounds, ulcers, or bruises. Heals wounds and inflammation, including skin lesions and…

Substance that causes vomiting.