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Digestion
Shati is extremely useful in digestive disorders like loss of appetite, indigestion, flatulence, diarrhea, vomiting, and abdominal pain.
Shati (Spiked Ginger Lily)
Shati is a small shrub growing to a height of 2-3 feet and is found in the Himalayan range and mountains of Himachal Pradesh, Sikkim, Nepal, Bhutan.
Medicinal Plant
Shati (Spiked Ginger Lily)
Shati is a small shrub growing to a height of 2-3 feet and is found in the Himalayan range and mountains of Himachal Pradesh, Sikkim, Nepal, Bhutan.
Shati is a small shrub growing to a height of 2-3 feet and is found in the Himalayan range and mountains of Himachal Pradesh, Sikkim, Nepal, Bhutan. The rhizome is white colored inside, long, bitter and has a strong odor and flavor. The leaves are 10-12 inch long, wide and smooth.
Scientific Name
Hedychium spicatum
Family
Zingiberaceae
Common Name
Spiked Ginger Lily
Botanical Description
About the Shati Plant
Shati is a small shrub growing to a height of 2-3 feet and is found in the Himalayan range and mountains of Himachal Pradesh, Sikkim, Nepal, Bhutan. The rhizome is white colored inside, long, bitter and has a strong odor and flavor. The leaves are 10-12 inch long, wide and smooth.
Ayurvedic Properties
Rasa · Guna · Virya · Vipaka
Rasa - katu, tikta, kashaya Guna - laghu, tikshna Virya – anushna Vipaka - katu
Karma
Karma
Kaphavatahara
Kaphavatahara
| Sanskrit | Sanskrit Value | English | Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Karma | Kaphavatahara | Karma | Kaphavatahara |
Chemical Composition
Phytochemical Constituents
α-pinene, β-pinene, limonene, camphor, linalyl acetate, β-terpineol, β-caryophyllene, benzyl cinnamate, benzyl acetate, γ-terpinene, β-phellandrene, methyl paracumarin acetate, cinnamic ethyl acetate, ethyl cinnamate, sesquiterpene alcohols, and hydrocarbons.
Health Benefits
Therapeutic Benefits of Shati
From classical Ayurvedic indications to modern phytotherapeutic insights — explore the spectrum of wellness benefits this herb has to offer.
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Respiratory problems
Zedoary rootstalk is useful in treating asthma, bronchitis, and hiccup. It also gives relief from bronchospasm and bronchial asthma.
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Cardiac health
The use of Shati rhizome works well in cardiac debility and cardiac health.
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Headache
It is good to relieve headaches, especially in cases of chronic sinusitis. Method: Here the nasal administration (nasaya) of shati taila, mitigates headache and phlegm, especially Kapha origin.
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Joint pain
The massage of Shati (Hedychium spicatum) oil over the joints helps to relieve joint pain and its swellings.
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Is Shati safe?
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Yes it is good for health but should be consumed only under the supervision of doctor.
Contraindications & Caution
Pregnant and breast feeding ladies should avoid it.