Shatavari Plant Latest News
In a bid to raise awareness about the health benefits of medicinal plants, a species-specific campaign titled “Shatavari –For Better Health” was launched by the Minister of State (Independent Charge), Ministry of Ayush.
About Shatavari Plant
- Asparagus racemosus (family Asparagaceae) also known by the name Shatavari is one of the well-known drugs in Ayurveda.
- Shatavari means “acceptable to many”.
- It belongs to the family Liliaceae and is commonly known as Satawar or Satamuli.
- Appearance of Shatavari Plant: It is a woody climber growing to 1-2 m in height. The leaves are like pine needles, small and uniform and the flowers are white and have small spikes.
- Habitat and Distribution of Shatavari Plant: Its habitat is common at low altitudes in shade and in tropical climates throughout Asia, Australia and Africa.
- In Ayurveda, this amazing herb is known as the “Queen of herbs”, because it promotes love and devotion.
- Charak Samhita written by Charak and Ashtang Hridyam written by Vagbhata, the two main texts on Ayurvedic medicines, list Asparagus racemosus (A. racemosus) as part of the formulas to treat women’s health disorder.
- Uses of Shatavari Plant:
- The dried roots of the plant are used as drug. The roots are said to be tonic and diuretic and galactgogue, the drug has ulcer healing effect probably via strenthening the mucosal resistance or cytoprotection.
- This herb is highly effective in problems related with female reproductive system.
Shatavari Plant FAQs
Q1: What is the main use of Shatavari?
Ans: Shatavari powder treats gastric ulcers and might prevent future ulcers from forming. Supports lactation.
Q2: What is the English name for the Shatavari plant?
Ans: Asparagus racemosus (A. racemosus) belongs to family Liliaceae and commonly known as Satawar, Satamuli,
Q3: Where is Shatavari found in India?
Ans: In India it is found in Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Chhattisgarh, Delhi, Gujarat, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jharkhand, Kerala and Punjab.
Source: PIB
Last updated on June, 2026
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