Tulsi Powder 250 g (USDA Certified Organic) | Ayurvedic Herb to Support Seasonal Comfort & Sattva
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Seasonal comfort and Sattva: 250 g of pure certified organic Ocimum sanctum leaf. Holy basil is the most venerated plant in the Indian household and one of the classical Sattvic dravyas, valued for clarity of mind and steadiness through changes of season. Aromatic, pungent and warming. Take ½ teaspoon steeped in hot water as a warm infusion in the morning.
| SKU | Health Concern | Pack Size | Main Ingredient | Specialty | Brand |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10639 | Seasonal Comfort | 250gm | Tulsi | Certified Organic | Gopala Ayurveda |
Tulsi Powder is pure Ocimum sanctum, the holy basil grown by the door of Indian households and valued for the calm clarity Ayurveda calls Sattva. Tulasi means the incomparable one. The Puranas hold no plant dearer, at once an offering and a dravya of daily use. Its Rasa is Katu and Tikta, its Virya Ushna, its Vipaka Katu: aromatic, light and warming, easing Kapha and Vata.
Ayurvedic Significance
The classical reading of Tulsi turns on its aroma. Volatile, pungent dravyas move upward and outward, opening the Pranavaha Srotas and keeping Kapha from settling as the weather turns cool and damp, which is the basis of its association with clear, comfortable breathing. Alongside this sits its standing as a Sattvic and Medhya herb, favouring composure of mind, which is why it belongs to the morning routine. Its warmth also acts as Deepana, keeping Agni steady.
Key Benefits
- Seasonal Comfort: the aromatic leaf traditionally kept close as the weather turns cool and damp.
- Sattva and Clarity: classed as Sattvic and Medhya, favouring a settled, clear mind.
- Open, Easy Breath: a Pranavaha Srotas herb by classical reckoning, valued for comfortable breathing.
- Agni Steadiness: its pungent warmth acts as Deepana on the digestive fire.
Ingredients
Each 10 g of powder contains: Tulasi, Ocimum sanctum - 10 g. Certified organically grown.
Pure, Organically grown, Unprocessed, Dried powdered herb packed in air-tight zip locked Kraft pouch to maintain aroma and freshness.
Suggested Use
Take ½ teaspoon steeped in hot water as a warm infusion in the morning, the way Tulsi is most often taken. A little honey may be stirred in once it has cooled slightly. Consult a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner for dosage and duration suited to your constitution (Prakriti).
Safety & Certifications
- Manufactured to strict quality standards at WHO GMP certified units.
- Ethically harvested and responsibly sourced from certified organic jungle farms in the Western Ghats.
- Certified by ECOCERT SAS, France, in accordance with the USDA Organic Regulations (7 CFR Part 205).
- Free from pesticides, herbicides, GMOs, irradiation, chemical fertilizers, synthetic additives, artificial preservatives and chemical processing agents.
- Suitable for Vegetarians and Vegans, No Animal Product, Gluten-Free, No Heavy Metals, No Dairy, No Sugar, No Corn, No Soya, No Gelatin.
- Whole herbs, not extracts, so the components are assimilated by the body like food.
- Tulsi is genuinely warming, so it sits better in cool weather than in high summer, and Pitta constitutions usually prefer the smaller serving. Take it with honey or in an infusion rather than dry, and use it with qualified practitioner guidance if you are pregnant, nursing, planning a pregnancy or already following an Ayurvedic regimen.
- Storage: keep in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to protect the aroma.
Additional Information
Tulsi, Tulasi, Thulasi and Tulsee are transliterations of one Sanskrit name; in English, holy or sacred basil. The botanical is written Ocimum sanctum and Ocimum tenuiflorum, both valid. Judge freshness by aroma.
