Majith / Manjistha (Rubia cordifolia)

Majith / Manjistha (Rubia cordifolia), also known as Indian Madder, is a perennial climbing herb traditionally used in Ayurvedic and Unani medicine. Belonging to the Rubiaceae family, it is valued for its blood-purifying, anti-inflammatory, and skin-healing properties. The roots of Majith contain natural red pigments that have both therapeutic and dyeing applications. It is especially known for treating skin diseases, promoting wound healing, and supporting menstrual and liver health.

Manjistha Scientific Name

Kingdom: Plantae
Phylum: Angiosperms
Class: Eudicots
Order: Gentianales
Family: Rubiaceae
Genus: Rubia
Species: Rubia cordifolia

Rubia cordifolia Common Name

English: Indian Madder
Sanskrit: Manjistha
Hindi: Majith
Tamil: Manjitti
Telugu: Tamravalli
Malayalam: Manjatti
Bengali: Manjishtha
Gujarati: Majitho
Marathi: Manjishtha

Rubia cordifolia Uses

Blood Purification - Used to eliminate impurities and enhance the complexion of the skin as a Raktashodhak (blood purifier).

Skin Disorders - Treats eczema, acne, psoriasis, and other skin irritations due to its anti-inflammatory and antibacterial actions.

Anti-inflammatory & Wound Healing - Supports healing of wounds, ulcers, and boils with its astringent and cooling nature.

Menstrual and Reproductive Health - Regulates menstrual flow, helps in dysmenorrhea, and is used in female reproductive health support.

Liver and Kidney Support - Promotes healthy liver function, aids detoxification, and supports renal health.

Anti-cancer & Anti-oxidant Activity - Exhibits cytotoxic, anti-proliferative, and free radical scavenging properties in several studies.

References

Ayurvedic Pharmacopoeia of India (API), Part I, Volume III, Govt. of India.

Sharma, P. V. (2001). Dravyaguna Vijnana (Vol. 2). Chaukhambha Bharati Academy.

Kapoor, L. D. (2001). Handbook of Ayurvedic Medicinal Plants. CRC Press.

Chopra, R. N., Nayar, S. L., & Chopra, I. C. (1956). Glossary of Indian Medicinal Plants. CSIR, New Delhi.

Bala, S., & Grover, I. S. (1989). “Antimutagenicity of Rubia cordifolia extract against UV and chemical mutagens in Escherichia coli.” Mutation Research Letters, 224(4), 497–504.

European Medicines Agency (EMA), Assessment report on Rubia cordifolia L., roots – Herbal monograph.

Singh, R., Singh, B., & Goel, R. K. (2011). "Traditional uses, phytochemistry and pharmacology of Rubia cordifolia L.: A review." Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 134(3), 973–985.

Majith / Manjistha (Rubia cordifolia)

Manjistha Scientific Name

Rubia cordifolia Common Name

Rubia cordifolia Uses

References

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