Andrographis Herb

Andrographis herb, also known as Andrographis paniculata or “King of Bitters,” is a highly valued botanical traditionally used throughout Ayurvedic and Traditional Chinese herbal practices. Renowned for its intensely bitter flavour and deep green appearance, this herb has been used for centuries in herbal preparations designed to support general wellness and seasonal balance. Plant Description Native to India and Sri Lanka, Andrographis is an annual herb belonging to the Acanthaceae family. The plant features slender green stems, lance-shaped leaves, and small white flowers marked with purple streaks. The aerial parts of the plant are commonly harvested and dried for traditional herbal use. Its characteristic bitterness comes from naturally occurring compounds known as andrographolides. Traditional Uses Traditionally, andrographis has been used across Asia as a bitter tonic herb in herbal decoctions, teas, and wellness formulations. Historical herbal systems have used it in relation to seasonal wellness, digestion, and general vitality. It remains one of the most recognised bitter herbs in traditional herbal medicine practices. Suggested Uses Herbal tea and decoction blends Bitter botanical formulations Traditional wellness preparations Herbal capsules and tinctures Botanical ingredient for custom herbal blends Botanical Name Andrographis paniculata Common Names King of Bitters, Kalmegh, Green Chiretta, Chuan Xin Lian Please note: This product is supplied as a botanical raw material only. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Consult a qualified healthcare professional before use, particularly if pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking medication.