Composition
100% Whole Dried Fumaria officinalis Panchang
No added colour, flavour, preservative, filler or other ingredient when supplied as a single botanical product.
Botanical Information
- Common Name: Pitpapda / Pitpapra
- Other Name: Shahtara / Shahatra
- English Name: Common Fumitory
- Botanical Name: Fumaria officinalis L.
- Family: Papaveraceae
- Plant Part: Panchang / Whole Above-Ground Plant
- Form: Whole Dried Herb
- Category: Botanical / Herbal Raw Material
- Appearance: Dried greenish-brown to brown plant material
- Aroma: Characteristic herbal aroma
- Texture: Dry and fibrous
What Is Pitpapda Panchang?
Pitpapda Panchang refers to the whole dried above-ground plant material of Fumaria officinalis. In traditional Indian herbal terminology, Panchang generally indicates the use of multiple principal plant parts rather than a single isolated part.
The product is supplied in whole dried form and can be used as a botanical raw material for permitted applications.
Product Features
- Made from Fumaria officinalis.
- Whole dried Panchang format.
- Botanical identity specified.
- Traditional Indian herbal ingredient.
- Suitable as a botanical raw material.
- Convenient for further processing or formulation.
- No added ingredients when supplied as a single botanical.
- Natural variation in colour, size and texture may occur.
- Suitable for permitted traditional and botanical applications.
Traditional & General Information
Pitpapda/Pitpapra is a name used for fumitory-type botanical materials in traditional Indian herbal practices. Shahtara is another traditional name associated with this herb.
Because common names can vary between regions and may refer to different Fumaria species, the botanical name on the product label should be treated as the definitive identification.
How to Use
Use according to the product label and intended application.
Pitpapda Panchang may be used as a botanical ingredient in:
- Traditional herbal preparations
- Herbal decoction preparations
- Botanical blends
- Further processing into powder
- Other permitted applications
For traditional herbal preparations, follow an approved formulation or qualified practitioner's directions.
Preparation
A general preparation process may include:
Plant collection → Cleaning → Sorting → Drying → Quality inspection → Grading → Packaging
Where required, the dried Panchang may be cut, crushed or powdered for further processing.
The actual processing method should follow the manufacturer's approved specification.
Whole vs Powder
| Product | Form |
|---|---|
| Pitpapda Panchang Whole | Whole dried herb |
| Pitpapda Bharad | Coarsely cut/broken herb |
| Pitpapda Powder | Finely ground herb |
This product is supplied as whole dried Panchang.
Natural Characteristics
Pitpapda Panchang may naturally vary in:
- Greenish-brown to brown colour
- Stem and leaf proportions
- Plant-part size
- Texture
- Aroma
- Dryness
- Moisture content
Natural variations may occur due to harvest season, geographical origin, maturity and drying conditions.
Quality Characteristics
Good-quality Pitpapda Panchang should have:
- Correct botanical identity
- Authenticated Fumaria officinalis material
- Properly dried plant material
- Characteristic botanical appearance
- Low foreign matter
- No visible mould
- No insect infestation
- No unusual odour
- Appropriate moisture
- Good plant-part integrity
- Hygienic packaging
- Batch traceability
Quality Testing
Depending on the intended application:
Physical Testing
- Appearance
- Colour
- Moisture
- Foreign matter
- Odour
- Plant-part identity
Botanical Authentication
- Macroscopic identification
- Microscopic examination
- Botanical authentication
- Reference comparison
Safety Testing
Where applicable:
- Microbial limits
- Aflatoxins
- Pesticide residues
- Heavy metals
- Other relevant contaminants
Storage
Store Pitpapda Panchang:
- In a cool, dry place.
- In an airtight moisture-resistant container.
- Away from direct sunlight.
- Away from excessive humidity.
- Away from insects and pests.
- Away from strong external odours.
Keep the package tightly closed after opening.
Packaging
Use suitable moisture-resistant and contamination-resistant packaging appropriate to the declared product category.
The final label should contain all mandatory declarations applicable to the product's regulatory classification.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pitpapda Panchang?
Pitpapda Panchang is a whole dried botanical material identified in this product as Fumaria officinalis L.
What is the botanical name of Pitpapda?
For this product, the botanical name is Fumaria officinalis L.
What does Panchang mean?
In traditional botanical terminology, Panchang generally refers to the principal above-ground plant parts used together rather than one isolated plant part.
What is Shahtara?
Shahtara or Shahatra is a traditional name used for certain fumitory botanical materials.
Is Pitpapda Panchang supplied as powder?
No. This product is supplied as whole dried herb.
Can it be converted into powder?
Yes. Whole dried material can be cut or ground into powder where appropriate for the intended application.
Is Pitpapda the same as Pitpapra?
The names are commonly used interchangeably in some regions, but common names can vary. The botanical identity Fumaria officinalis should be used for identification of this particular product.
How should Pitpapda Panchang be stored?
Store in a cool, dry and airtight place, protected from moisture, sunlight, insects 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 modern medical claims. Use the product according to its declared category, approved label and applicable regulations.
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