“Meda (Polygonatum verticillatum (L.) All.) An Endangered plant species of Asthavarga- Mentioned in Jivaniya Gana”

Abstract

Ayurveda is one of the most well-known traditional medical systems that has persisted and changed over the ages. The creator of the universe gave the sages this comprehensive healing knowledge for the sake of humanity. It is said that this age-old healing method is based on the four well-known compilations of knowledge (Vedas). Several well-known texts, referred to as Samhitas, were written following the Vedic period. in the Samhita Charak. Meda and Mahameda are contained in Jivanya mahakashya. The comparable Sukrajanana mahakashya and Snehopag mahakashya are composed of Meda. Both are mentioned in the Sushruta Samhita's Kakoliyadi gana. These drugs have commendable properties such as vayasthaphan and jivaniya, which are comparable to the antioxidant, anti-aging, and nutritious properties seen in modern pharmacology.