Composition

100% Pasanbhed Powder — Bergenia ligulata root/rhizome

No added colour, flavour, preservative, filler or other ingredient when supplied as a single botanical powder.

Botanical Information

• Common Name: Pasanbhed / Pashanbhed
• Ayurvedic Name: Pashanbheda
• English Names: Bergenia / Stone Breaker / Rock Foil
• Botanical Name: Bergenia ligulata (Wall.) Engl.
• Family: Saxifragaceae
• Plant Part: Root / Rhizome
• Form: Fine Powder
• Category: Botanical / Herbal Raw Material
• Appearance: Greenish-brown to brown botanical powder
• Aroma: Characteristic dried-root herbal aroma
• Texture: Fine powdered root/rhizome material

Bergenia ligulata is documented as the official source of Pashanbheda in pharmacognostic literature, although the common name is known to have multiple botanical identities in different regions.

What Is Pasanbhed Powder?

Pasanbhed Powder is made from the dried root/rhizome of Bergenia ligulata. The botanical material is cleaned, dried and finely ground into powder.

The product is also known as Pashan Bhed Powder, Pashanbheda Powder, Pashanbhed Churna and Bergenia Ligulata Powder.

Because "Pashanbheda" is a name that can refer to different plants, using the botanical name Bergenia ligulata is important for accurate product identification.

Product Features

• 100% Bergenia ligulata root/rhizome powder.
• Fine powdered botanical format.
• Traditional Indian botanical material.
• Botanical identity clearly specified.
• Suitable as herbal/botanical raw material.
• Convenient for traditional formulation and permitted applications.
• Characteristic natural appearance and aroma.
• No added ingredients when supplied as a single botanical powder.
• Natural variations in colour and texture may occur.

Traditional & Botanical Uses

Bergenia ligulata has a long history of use in traditional Indian herbal practices. Its root/rhizome is the principal plant material associated with Pashanbheda preparations.

For marketplace content, it is preferable to describe this as traditional botanical use rather than making claims about kidney stones, urinary disorders, diabetes or other medical conditions.

How to Use

Use according to the specific product label, intended application or qualified practitioner's instructions.

For traditional formulation studies, the powder may be incorporated according to the relevant traditional formulation.

Do not use a generic medicinal dosage in the listing unless it is specifically supported by the product's approved label and regulatory category.

Preparation

The botanical raw material is generally:

Root/Rhizome → Cleaning → Drying → Cutting → Grinding → Sieving → Packaging

The exact processing method should correspond to the manufacturer's actual production process.

Whole vs Powder

This listing is for fine Pasanbhed Powder.

Indian Regional Names

• Hindi: Pashanbhed / Pakhanabhed / Dakachru — पाषाणभेद / पाखानभेद
• Marathi: Pashanbhedi — पाषाणभेदी
• Sanskrit: Pashanabheda / Ashmabheda — पाषाणभेद / अश्मभेद
• Gujarati: Pakhanbheda — પાષાણભેદ
• Bengali: Patharkuchi / Pashanbhed
• Tamil: Sirupilai / Pashanbethi
• Telugu: Kondapindi — కొండపిండి
• Kannada: Pashanbhedi / Alepgaya
• Malayalam: Pashanbethi
• Punjabi: Pashanbhed
• English: Bergenia / Rock Foil / Stone Breaker
• Botanical: Bergenia ligulata

Regional names can vary considerably, which is another reason to use the botanical name for identification.

Natural Characteristics

Pasanbhed Powder may naturally vary in:

• Brown to greenish-brown colour
• Powder fineness
• Texture
• Aroma
• Moisture content

Variation can occur because of plant maturity, growing conditions, harvesting, drying and milling.

Quality Characteristics

Good-quality Pasanbhed Powder should have:

• Correct botanical identity
• Authenticated Bergenia ligulata material
• Properly dried root/rhizome
• Characteristic botanical appearance
• Appropriate moisture level
• Low foreign matter
• No visible mould
• No insect infestation
• No unusual odour
• Hygienic packaging
• Batch traceability

Quality Testing

Depending on the intended application:

Physical Testing

• Appearance
• Colour
• Odour
• Moisture
• Foreign matter
• Particle size

Botanical Authentication

• Macroscopic identification
• Microscopic examination
• Botanical authentication
• Reference comparison

Safety Testing

Where applicable:

• Microbial limits
• Heavy metals
• Pesticide residues
• Aflatoxins
• Other relevant contaminants

Storage

Store Pasanbhed Powder:

• In a cool, dry place.
• In an airtight, moisture-resistant container.
• Away from direct sunlight.
• Away from humidity.
• Away from insects and contamination.
• Away from strong external odours.

Keep the container tightly sealed after opening.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pasanbhed Powder?

Pasanbhed Powder is a fine botanical powder prepared from the dried root/rhizome of Bergenia ligulata.

What is the botanical name of Pashan Bhed?

For this product, the botanical identity is Bergenia ligulata.

Is Pashanbheda always Bergenia ligulata?

Not necessarily. The name is used for several plants in different regions. Bergenia ligulata is recognized as an official source, so the botanical name should always be checked when purchasing or listing the product.

Is this Pasanbhed root powder?

Yes. This product is specified as root/rhizome powder of Bergenia ligulata.

Is Pasanbhed Powder the same as Pashan Bhed Powder?

Yes. Pasanbhed Powder and Pashan Bhed Powder are commonly used spellings for the same botanical product when the material is Bergenia ligulata.

How should Pasanbhed Powder be stored?

Store in a cool, dry and airtight container, protected from moisture, sunlight and contamination.

Disclaimer

This information is provided for general botanical and traditional product-information purposes. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Traditional uses should not be interpreted as medical claims. For internal use, use only appropriately identified material specifically manufactured and labelled for that purpose and follow applicable regulatory requirements.