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Description
Behman Lal / Bahman Surkh Root
Behman Lal / Bahman Surkh is a root drug historically recorded as Salvia haematodes. Modern Kew taxonomy treats that name as a synonym of Salvia pratensis subsp. haematodes.
Product at a Glance
| Botanical / Source Identity | Accepted: Salvia pratensis subsp. haematodes; pharmacopoeial synonym: Salvia haematodes L. |
| Plant Part | Root |
| Form | Natural Root, Root Powder |
| Pack Sizes | 100 g, 200 g, 400 g, 900 g |
What Is Behman Lal?
The legacy page also incorrectly described Behman Lal as Solanum surattense in its opening copy. That unrelated identity has been removed.
Botanical & Product Identity
The accepted modern name and the pharmacopoeial legacy name are both retained so search users and AI systems can resolve the entity correctly.
Names in Different Languages / Systems
| Trade | Behman Lal, Bahman Lal, Bahman Surkh |
| Pharmacopoeial | Salvia haematodes L. |
| Accepted_Botanical | Salvia pratensis subsp. haematodes |
Ayurvedic / Traditional Context
Unani pharmacopoeial material identifies Bahman Surkh/Behman Lal as a root drug. Unsupported Ayurvedic disease claims are not carried forward.
Ayurvedic Property Status
Not published because the authoritative raw-drug mapping used here is Unani, not an exact Ayurvedic RGVP source.
Available Form & Buying Guidance
Natural root and Root Powder variants are available.
Quality & Storage
Root pieces and powder can vary naturally in colour and texture. Store tightly sealed and dry.
Important Precautions
- Do not confuse this product with Solanum surattense or unrelated plants called red sage.
- No skin, respiratory, pain or antimicrobial treatment claims are made.
- Medicinal use should be professionally guided.
Why Buy From Jadibuti Store?
- Identity clarity: accepted and pharmacopoeial botanical names are reconciled
- Plant-part/form clarity: the product is explicitly identified as root
- Buyer education: confusing aliases and similar products are separated clearly.
- Safer listing: unsupported disease-treatment claims and invented superiority claims are not used.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Behman Lal?
A traditional root drug also called Bahman Surkh.
What is its botanical name?
Modern Kew taxonomy accepts Salvia pratensis subsp. haematodes; Salvia haematodes is the legacy synonym.
Was Solanum surattense correct?
No; that old PDP wording was unrelated and has been removed.
Which part is sold?
Root.
What forms are available?
Natural Root and Root Powder.
Why keep Salvia haematodes in the title?
It remains the pharmacopoeial and search-recognized name.
How should it be stored?
Airtight, cool and dry.
Reference note: Kew synonymises Salvia haematodes under Salvia pratensis subsp. haematodes; Unani pharmacopoeial records use Salvia haematodes for Bahman Surkh root.
Disclaimer: This page provides product identity, buying information and traditional-use context. It does not diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease.
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