Red Surkh Bahman Lal Salvia Haematodes Whole | Bahman Lal Root

Product Information

• Product Name: Red Surkh Bahman Lal
• Botanical Name: Salvia haematodes Wall. ex Benth.
• Common Names: Bahman Lal, Behman Lal, Surkh Bahman, Behman Surkh, Red Bahman
• Plant Part: Traditionally sold as root material; verify the actual plant part on the package
• Form: Whole / Dried Botanical Material
• Family: Lamiaceae
• Category: Botanical / Traditional Herbal Raw Material
• Product Type: Whole Dried Herb / Root Material

What Is Red Surkh Bahman Lal?

Red Surkh Bahman Lal is a traditional botanical material associated with Salvia haematodes. Kew's Medicinal Plant Names Service records Behman Surkh against Salvia pratensis subsp. haematodes, with Salvia haematodes listed in the Unani Pharmacopoeia of India.

The trade name can vary by region and formulation tradition, so the scientific name on the product label should always be used as the primary botanical identifier. Current Indian product listings describe Red Surkh/Bahman Lal as dried root material.

Product Features

• Whole dried Red Surkh Bahman Lal botanical material.
• Botanical identity: Salvia haematodes.
• Also known as Bahman Lal and Behman Surkh.
• Traditional Indian botanical material.
• Supplied in whole rather than powdered form.
• Suitable for botanical identification and reference.
• Convenient raw material for permitted traditional formulation applications.
• Natural colour, aroma and texture may vary between batches.

Benefits / Fayde

For marketplace-safe product presentation:

• Provides Bahman Lal in whole botanical form.
• Suitable as a traditional herbal raw material.
• Convenient for botanical identification and educational study.
• Suitable for traditional formulation research where Salvia haematodes is specified.
• Whole form allows visual inspection of the botanical material.
• Can be further processed where an approved formulation requires it.

These points describe the botanical and traditional character of the product and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

How to Use

Use according to the product label and intended traditional application.

The whole material may be:

• Used as specified in an established traditional formulation.
• Cut or processed where required by the formulation.
• Used as botanical reference material.
• Further processed into powder by an appropriately equipped manufacturer where applicable.

For internal use, follow qualified professional guidance and the exact product specification.

Traditional Preparation

Where a traditional formulation calls for whole Bahman Lal material, preparation should follow the specific classical formulation or manufacturer's instructions.

A general processing concept is:

Whole Botanical Material → Authentication → Cleaning → Appropriate Processing → Formulation

The exact quantity and preparation method should not be inferred from the product name alone.

Homemade Remedy

No homemade therapeutic remedy is recommended for this product. For traditional formulations, use an appropriately identified and labelled botanical material and follow the applicable formulation under qualified guidance.

Composition

Whole Salvia haematodes botanical material, as specified on the product label.

Because traditional names can be associated with different botanical identities, the scientific name and declared plant part on the actual package should be considered definitive.

Botanical Information

• Botanical Name: Salvia haematodes Wall. ex Benth.
• Taxonomic Reference: Salvia pratensis subsp. haematodes is also used in some modern taxonomic references.
• Family: Lamiaceae
• Common Name: Bahman Lal / Behman Surkh
• Traditional Name: Behman Surkh / Surkh Bahman
• Form: Whole dried botanical material

Regional & Common Names

Regional names are documented in current Indian herbal product references.

Appearance

Whole Red Surkh Bahman material generally consists of dried botanical pieces/root material, with colour varying from beige and light brown to brown depending on the plant material, maturity and drying method.

Natural variation in size, colour and texture is expected.

Aroma

The dried material has a mild characteristic herbal and earthy aroma.

Flavor

The botanical material has a distinctive herbal taste. Taste should not be used as the sole method of identification or quality assessment.

Traditional Uses

Where permitted by the applicable classification, Red Surkh Bahman Lal may be positioned as:

• Traditional botanical raw material.
• Herbal formulation ingredient.
• Ayurvedic/Unani botanical reference material.
• Traditional formulation research material.
• Ethnobotanical study material.
• Whole dried herbal ingredient.

Current product references describe the material primarily as a botanical/raw herbal product and identify it with Salvia haematodes.

Storage

Store Red Surkh Bahman Lal:

• In a cool, dry place.
• Away from moisture and humidity.
• Away from direct sunlight.
• In tightly sealed packaging.
• Away from strong odours.
• In a clean, pest-free environment.

Reseal the package after use.

Safety

• Use only according to the product label or qualified professional guidance.
• Verify the botanical name and plant part before use.
• Do not self-prescribe herbal material for treatment of medical conditions.
• Pregnant or breastfeeding individuals and children should seek appropriate professional guidance before internal use.
• Individuals taking medicines should consult a healthcare professional before internal use.
• Do not use material showing mould, infestation, excessive moisture or contamination.
• Keep out of reach of children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Red Surkh Bahman Lal?

It is a traditional botanical material associated with Salvia haematodes, also known as Bahman Lal, Behman Surkh and Red Bahman.

What is the botanical name of Bahman Lal?

For this product, the botanical name is Salvia haematodes Wall. ex Benth.

Is Bahman Lal the same as Behman Surkh?

These names are commonly associated with the same traditional material in Indian herbal and Unani references, although spelling and nomenclature vary.

Is this product whole herb or powder?

This product is supplied as whole dried botanical material, not fine powder.

Is Red Surkh Bahman a root?

Current Indian herbal listings commonly describe Bahman Lal/Red Surkh as root material. The actual plant part should nevertheless be verified from the package label.

Can it be powdered?

Whole dried material can be further processed into powder where required by an appropriate formulation or manufacturing process.

How should Red Surkh Bahman be stored?

Store it in a cool, dry and moisture-free place, protected from direct sunlight and contamination.

Disclaimer

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

Traditional names such as Surkh Bahman, Bahman Lal and Behman Surkh can vary by region and reference. The scientific name and declared plant part on the actual product packaging should be treated as the definitive product identification.