Punarnava Root — Natural & Root Powder

Punarnava is dried root material listed as Boerhavia diffusa L., offered as Natural root or Root Powder in 100 g, 200 g, 400 g or 900 g packs. This is a root SKU, not whole-plant Pañcāṅga, leaves, a live plant, juice, extract or a finished formulation.

Choose the form

Natural contains unground dried root pieces; Powder is ground root material. The photographs show beige-brown cut and branching root pieces in a bowl and on a plate; they do not show a verified powder sample. Piece size, surface texture and shade can vary between batches. Select form and weight for current price and stock.

Identity and names

Kew accepts Boerhavia diffusa, family Nyctaginaceae. Indian pharmacopoeial records also use the spelling Boerhaavia diffusa. IISc India Flora documents the reference plant and regional names. Names and colour alone do not authenticate a supplied batch or distinguish every herb traded as Punarnava.

Ayurvedic context and plant-part distinction

The PCIM&H Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia catalogue has a dedicated Punarnavā Root entry. Whole-plant references also exist, but a whole-plant specification or preparation should not automatically be applied to this root pack. A recognized reference establishes traditional context, rather than a supplier-lot certificate or guaranteed therapeutic result.

Preparation, precautions and storage

Match the root form to the intended preparation and follow applicable pack instructions or qualified guidance. Raw root, root powder and concentrated extract are not equivalent by weight. No universal medicinal quantity or kidney, liver, blood-pressure or blood-sugar treatment promise is provided.

For medicinal use, pregnancy, breastfeeding, children, regular medicines or a medical condition, obtain individual qualified guidance. Keep tightly sealed, cool and dry, away from moisture and direct sunlight. Use clean, dry utensils and reject mouldy, damp or contaminated material.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Punarnava and which part is sold here?

Punarnava is the trade name for the listed Boerhavia diffusa root material. This product offers Natural dried root and Root Powder; it is not whole-plant Pañcāṅga or a leaf pack.

Should I choose Natural root or Powder?

Choose Natural for preparations requiring root pieces and Powder for those requiring ground root. Neither is a standardized extract. Select the form and pack size to see current price and stock.

Is Punarnava root the same as the whole plant?

The root is one plant part; whole-plant material contains other parts. Follow the part specified by your preparation or practitioner rather than treating them as interchangeable.

How can I identify Punarnava root?

The images show cut, branching beige-brown root material. Appearance, a colour name or the word Punarnava alone cannot establish species identity. Ask for batch-specific confirmation if an exact botanical or part specification is required.

Is Punarnava good for kidney problems or blood pressure?

This raw root listing does not establish treatment effectiveness or an individual dose for kidney disease or blood-pressure problems. Discuss your condition and medicines with a qualified healthcare or Ayurvedic professional; do not replace prescribed care.

How should I use Punarnava powder?

Follow the actual pack instructions or qualified guidance for the intended preparation. No universal daily medicinal dose is given, and root powder should not be substituted for a concentrated extract by equal weight.

Which sizes are available, and how do I store them?

Natural and Powder each offer 100 g, 200 g, 400 g and 900 g. Keep sealed, cool and dry, use dry utensils and reject mouldy material. Follow the pack label for a verified shelf-life date.

Read our raw herb buying guide to compare identity, plant part and form. Browse herbs or contact Jadibuti Store to check the current batch and intended use.