Composition
100% Whole Dried Pashanbhed Root/Rhizome — Bergenia ligulata
No added colour, flavour, preservative, filler or other ingredient when supplied as a single botanical product.
Botanical Information
- Common Name: Pashanbhed / Pashan Bhed
- Ayurvedic Name: Pashanbheda
- English Names: Bergenia / Rock Foil
- Botanical Name: Bergenia ligulata (Wall.) Engl.
- Family: Saxifragaceae
- Plant Part: Root / Rhizome
- Form: Whole Dried Root/Rhizome
- Category: Botanical / Herbal Raw Material
- Appearance: Brown to dark brown dried root/rhizome pieces
- Aroma: Characteristic dried botanical aroma
- Texture: Firm, fibrous and naturally irregular
Important identification note: the common name "Pashanbheda" can be applied to more than one botanical species in different regions. This product is specifically identified as Bergenia ligulata.
What Is Pashanbhed Root?
Pashanbhed Root is the dried root/rhizome of Bergenia ligulata. The botanical material is harvested, cleaned and dried before being supplied in whole form.
It is also referred to as Pashan Bhed, Pashanbheda, Pashanbhedi and Bergenia Root in different sources and regions.
Unlike Pashanbhed Powder, this product retains the whole dried root/rhizome pieces, allowing it to be further processed according to the intended application.
Product Features
- 100% whole dried Bergenia ligulata root/rhizome.
- Natural whole botanical format.
- Botanical identity clearly specified.
- Traditional Indian botanical material.
- Suitable as herbal/botanical raw material.
- Can be further cut, crushed or powdered.
- Suitable for permitted traditional formulation applications.
- No added ingredients when supplied as a single botanical.
- Natural variations in size, colour, shape and texture may occur.
Traditional & Botanical Uses
The root/rhizome of Bergenia ligulata has a long history of association with traditional Indian herbal practices.
For marketplace listings, these traditional associations should be presented as traditional botanical information, not as claims that the product treats, cures or prevents a disease.
How to Use
Use according to the specific product label, intended application or qualified practitioner's instructions.
The whole dried root/rhizome may be further processed into smaller pieces or powder when required for an appropriate permitted application.
Do not provide a generic medicinal dosage unless it is specifically supported by the product's approved label and regulatory category.
Preparation
For further processing, the whole root/rhizome may be:
- Inspected for foreign material.
- Cleaned using an appropriate method.
- Dried completely if required.
- Cut or broken into smaller pieces.
- Used in the intended permitted preparation.
- Ground into powder when a powdered form is required.
The actual manufacturing process should follow the applicable specification.
Whole Root vs Powder
| Product | Form |
|---|---|
| Pashanbhed Root | Whole dried root/rhizome |
| Pashanbhed Coarse | Cut/coarse root pieces |
| Pashanbhed Powder | Fine dried root/rhizome powder |
This product is supplied as whole dried Pashanbhed root/rhizome.
Indian Regional Names
- Hindi: Pashanbhed / Pashan Bhed — पाषाणभेद
- Sanskrit: Pashanabheda / Ashmabheda — पाषाणभेद / अश्मभेद
- Marathi: Pashanbhedi — पाषाणभेदी
- Gujarati: Pashanbheda — પાષાણભેદ
- Bengali: Patharkuchi / Pashanbhed
- Tamil: Sirupilai / Pashanbethi
- Telugu: Kondapindi — కొండపిండి
- Kannada: Pashanbhedi
- Malayalam: Pashanbethi
- English: Bergenia / Rock Foil
- Botanical: Bergenia ligulata
Regional common names can vary, so the botanical name Bergenia ligulata should be used for precise identification.
Natural Characteristics
Whole Pashanbhed Root may naturally vary in:
- Root/rhizome length
- Thickness
- Brown to dark brown colour
- Surface texture
- Fibrous structure
- Degree of curvature
- Aroma
- Dryness
These variations are normal characteristics of dried botanical raw material.
Quality Characteristics
Good-quality Pashanbhed Root 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, testing may include:
Physical Testing
- Appearance
- Colour
- Odour
- Moisture
- Foreign matter
- Root/rhizome 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 Pashanbhed Root:
- In a cool, dry place.
- In an airtight or moisture-resistant container.
- Away from direct sunlight.
- Away from humidity.
- Away from insects and pests.
- Away from strong external odours.
Keep the package tightly closed after opening.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pashanbhed Root?
Pashanbhed Root is the whole dried root/rhizome material of Bergenia ligulata.
What is the botanical name of Pashanbhed?
For this product, the botanical name is Bergenia ligulata.
Is this Pashanbhed Powder?
No. This product contains whole dried root/rhizome pieces. A separate product is available in powdered form.
Can Pashanbhed Root be made into powder?
Yes. The dried root/rhizome can be appropriately processed and ground into powder.
What is another name for Pashanbhed?
Common names include Pashan Bhed, Pashanbheda, Pashanbhedi and Bergenia. Some regional sources use other names as well.
Is Patharchatta the same as Pashanbhed?
The name Patharchatta/Patharchatta can refer to different plants in Indian regional usage. Therefore, it should not automatically be treated as synonymous with Bergenia ligulata. For this product, the botanical identity is Bergenia ligulata.
How should Pashanbhed Root be stored?
Keep it 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.
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