🌿 Thiruneetru Pachilai – Product Description
Common Name: Thiruneetru Pachilai
Botanical Name: Ocimum basilicum or Ocimum gratissimum (depending on regional use)
Family: Lamiaceae (Mint family)
Plant Part Used: Leaves (fresh and dried), seeds
Form Available:
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Dried leaves
Aroma: Strong, sweet, clove-like fragrance
Taste (Rasa): Pungent, slightly sweet
Energy (Virya): Heating
Post-digestive Effect (Vipaka): Pungent
Cultural Note:
“Thiruneetru Pachilai” translates as the “Sacred Scented Leaf” and is often used in religious rituals, especially in Tamil households, temples, and during poojas (pujas). It is closely associated with Lord Murugan and spiritual cleansing.
✅ Health Benefits of Thiruneetru Pachilai
1. Respiratory Health
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Clears nasal congestion, phlegm, and cough
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Beneficial in treating cold, bronchitis, and asthma-like symptoms
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Can be used in steam inhalation and herbal teas
2. Immunity Booster
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Rich in antioxidants and antimicrobial compounds
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Fights infections and strengthens the immune system
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Used in traditional remedies for fevers, malaria, and viral infections
3. Skin Healing
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Applied topically to treat itching, insect bites, eczema, and minor wounds
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Possesses antifungal and antibacterial activity
4. Mental and Emotional Support
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Calms the mind, reduces anxiety and mental fatigue
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Believed to purify the aura in spiritual practices
5. Digestive Health
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Improves appetite and helps relieve bloating, indigestion, and gas
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Used in herbal decoctions (kashayams) for gut cleansing
6. Anti-inflammatory
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Reduces internal inflammation and supports joint and muscle health
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Useful in managing arthritis and body aches
📛 Other Common Names for Thiruneetru Pachilai
Language | Name |
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Tamil | திருநீற்றுப் பச்சிலை (Thiruneetru Pachilai) |
Sanskrit | Tulasi / Surasa (contextually) |
Hindi | Sugandh Tulsi / Van Tulsi (if related) |
Malayalam | Thiruneer Pachila / Sugandha Tulasi |
Kannada | Sugandha Tulasi |
Telugu | Gandha Tulasi |
English | Sacred Fragrant Basil / Aromatic Tulsi |
Note: It may be confused with other varieties of Tulsi. Thiruneetru Pachilai is typically more fragrant and may belong to species like Ocimum gratissimum or Ocimum basilicum, not Ocimum sanctum (Holy Basil).
⚠️ Precautions
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Safe in moderate amounts
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Excessive use may produce heat in the body
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Not recommended in high doses during pregnancy without guidance
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Should be stored in a cool, dry place if using dried leaves or powder
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