Chitrak Powder (225g) | Ayurvedic Herb for Digestive Fire & Agni
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Chitrak Powder is milled from the root of Chitraka (Plumbago zeylanica), the herb Ayurveda names after fire itself. Intensely warming and pungent, it is the classic choice for kindling Agni and clearing Ama. A small quantity goes a long way, so use it thoughtfully.
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| SKU | Health Concern | Pack Size | Main Ingredient | Specialty | Brand |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3246 | Digestive & Gut Health | 225gm | Chitraka | 100% Natural | PRANA AYURVEDA |
Chitrak Powder (225g) is milled from the root of Chitraka (Plumbago zeylanica), an herb whose Sanskrit name is drawn from the word for fire. Its energetics are Katu Rasa (pungent taste), Ushna Virya (strongly heating potency) and Katu Vipaka (pungent post-digestive effect). Few herbs in the Ayurvedic repertoire are as warming. Chitraka pacifies Kapha and Vata while raising Pitta, and tradition turns to it whenever digestion feels cold, slow or heavy.
Ayurvedic Significance
Chitraka is the archetypal Deepana and Pachana root, said to kindle Agni at its source and to burn away the Ama that dulls the Annavaha Srotas. Classical texts describe it as Agni-vardhaka, a builder of digestive fire, supporting the transformative work of the liver, spleen and small intestine. By lightening Kapha and clearing sluggishness from the channels, it helps the body draw proper nourishment from food and convert it into Rasa Dhatu. Its heat is genuine, so measured, well-guided use is the tradition.
Key Benefits
- Digestive Fire: The classic Ayurvedic root for kindling Agni, supporting a healthy appetite and thorough digestion of meals.
- Ama Clearing: Its Pachana action helps break down the residue Ayurveda calls Ama, leaving the system feeling light and clear.
- Comfortable Assimilation: Traditionally taken before food to support the absorption of nutrients and steady, sustained energy through the day.
- Metabolic Support: Its warming character supports healthy processing of rich, oily foods and a naturally balanced metabolism.
- Kapha Balance: A drying, heating root that helps clear heaviness, damp and lethargy from the body.
Ingredients
| Herb Name (Sanskrit) | Botanical Name | Plant Part Used |
|---|---|---|
| Chitrak (Chitraka) | Plumbago zeylanica | Root |
Formulated according to the traditional principles of Ayurveda.
All Prana Ayurveda herbs are sourced from select wild regions of India, where they naturally develop higher concentrations of active constituents.
Suggested Use
A traditional serving is a small pinch to a quarter teaspoon of the powder, taken just before or with a meal. Warm water or a little honey once the water has cooled makes the preferred Anupana. Trikatu or Shunthi are natural companions in a digestive routine. For dosage and duration suited to your constitution (Prakriti), consult a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner.
Safety & Certifications
- GMP Certified: Manufactured in WHO GMP-certified facilities, every Prana Ayurveda formulation honors classical Ayurvedic wisdom while meeting modern quality and safety standards.
- Traditional Preparation: Roots are cleaned, shade-dried and stone-milled by time-honoured methods.
- Authentic Sourcing: Chitraka root is gathered from select wild regions of India and verified for botanical identity.
- Strict Quality Standards: Every batch is tested for purity, cleanliness and consistency before packing.
- Vegan, Non-GMO and Sustainably Sourced: Single-herb and entirely plant-derived, harvested with respect for wild populations.
- Clean Formulation: No artificial colours, flavours or preservatives, and free from synthetic stabilizers.
- A Strongly Warming, Pungent Root: Chitrak is one of the hottest herbs in Ayurveda. Use only small amounts, always with food, and never exceed the traditional serving.
- Avoid During Pregnancy: Chitrak is not suitable during pregnancy. Nursing mothers should also set it aside.
- High Pitta: Those whose constitution already runs warm may find this root too heating and should choose a gentler digestive herb.
- Practitioner Guidance: Because of its potency, Chitrak is best taken under the direct guidance of a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner, particularly for any extended period.
- Keep Out of Reach of Children: Store safely away from young children.
- Storage: Keep the pack tightly sealed in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
Additional Information
Chitrak is known across India by several names. Sanskrit texts call it Chitraka, Agni or Vahni, all words tied to fire. Hindi speakers say Chita or Chitrak, Tamil uses Chitramulam, Telugu Chitramulamu, Malayalam Koduveli and Kannada Chitramoola. English references list it as white leadwort or Ceylon leadwort. Spellings such as Chithraka, Chitrakmool and Chitramula all name the same Plumbago zeylanica root.
