Mahavir Kirayata Chirata, Natural 200 gram RAW FORM

Chirata (Kirayata) — dried raw form, 200 grams. The traditional Ayurvedic bitter herb, botanically Swertia chirata, harvested and sun-dried in raw form for use in traditional home preparations, decoctions, and Ayurvedic formulations. Sourced whole for maximum shelf life and preparation flexibility.

About this herb

Chirata (also spelled chirayata or kirayata) is one of the oldest bitters in the Ayurvedic pharmacopeia. In traditional Indian preparation it is soaked overnight in water, and the resulting bitter infusion is consumed by the spoonful, or added to formulated tonics. Preparation traditions vary between household and formal Ayurvedic contexts.

Note on naming: "Chirata" (Swertia chirata) and "Kalmegh" (Andrographis paniculata) are two distinct Ayurvedic bitters that are sometimes confused because both are used as traditional bitter tonics. This listing is for chirata in raw dried form.

What you get

• 200 g of dried raw chirata — whole herb / stem-and-leaf material
• Sealed pouch packaging for shelf-life protection
• Wholesome, unadulterated, no added colors or preservatives

Traditional preparation

• Soak a small quantity (typically 2-5 g) in a glass of clean water overnight
• Strain in the morning; the resulting infusion is intensely bitter
• Consume per family or formulator tradition, or use as an ingredient in prepared Ayurvedic formulations
• Store the dry herb in a cool, dry, sealed container away from direct sunlight

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