Ashok Chaal (Raw) - Women’s Wellness, Period Care, Uterine Health

Ashok Chhal, also known as Ashok Chaal, Ashok Chal, or Ashok ki Chhal, is obtained from the bark of the Ashoka tree (Saraca asoca). This traditional Ayurvedic botanical has long been associated with women's reproductive health and menstrual wellness.

In Ayurveda, Ashoka bark is valued for its astringent properties and traditional use in formulations designed to support menstrual health. It is also an important ingredient in classical herbal preparations such as Ashokarishta.

Ashok Chhal Benefits / Ashok ki Chhal ke fayde

The commonly discussed Ashok ki Chhal benefits include:

Menstrual wellness: Traditionally used in Ayurvedic preparations for menstrual health.

Women's reproductive health: Traditionally regarded as a uterine-supporting herb.

Astringent properties: Ashoka bark has a history of use in traditional herbal preparations.

Digestive wellness: Traditionally used in certain formulations for digestive complaints.

Skin care: Ashoka bark powder is sometimes incorporated into external herbal preparations.

These Ashok Chhal benefits reflect traditional applications and should not be interpreted as proven treatments for menstrual disorders or other medical conditions.

How to Use Ashok ki Chhal

Boil 5–10 grams of dried Ashok Chaal in 200 ml of water for 10–15 minutes, strain and consume once daily, preferably in the morning. It is traditionally used to support female reproductive health, manage menstrual discomfort, and balance hormones.

Botanical Information

Common names: Ashok Chaal, Ashok Chhal, Ashok ki Chaal, Ashoka bark

Botanical name: Saraca asoca

Synonym: Saraca indica

Family: Fabaceae

Plant part used: Bark

Plant type: Tree

The Ashok ke ped is traditionally valued in Indian herbal practices. When purchasing Ashoka bark powder, check the botanical name to confirm the plant's identity.

Other Names

Anganapriya, Arbre d’Ashoka, Ashok, Ashok Chilka Asli, Ashoka, Ashoka Bark, Ashoka Chaal, Ashoka Chal, Ashoka Chhal, Ashokadamara, Asok, Asoka, Asokamara, Hemapushpa, Kankalimara, Kankeli, Saraca asoca, Saraca indica, Saraka, Sita Ashok