Vernacular Names & Parts Used

Ravanchini Powder, botanically identified as Rheum Emodi, is traditionally known as Ravanchini, Revandchini, Rewand Chini, Indian Rhubarb, and Archa Revand across classical Ayurvedic texts and regional usage. The mature roots and rhizomes are carefully harvested, cleaned, shade-dried, and finely powdered following established Ayurvedic processing practices.

Ayurvedic Properties & Common Uses

In Ayurveda, Ravanchini is described as having Tikta (bitter) and Kashaya (astringent) rasa, with Ushna virya, and is traditionally associated with Pitta-Kapha balancing characteristics. Classical texts reference Ravanchini as a valued ingredient in compound Ayurvedic formulations, prepared strictly under professional supervision.

Ravanchini Powder is widely utilized as a raw material in Ayurvedic pharmaceutical preparations, traditional research formulations, and classical herbal industries. Due to its potent botanical nature, Ayurvedic literature emphasizes accurate formulation techniques, controlled processing, and expert guidance during its traditional application.