Form: Raw Herb
This is also called as Khusiyat -Ul- Salib or Salab Gatta. This is the ground tuber of Orchis masculata; Orchidaceae. The drug sample consists of the dried and mature tuber of O. masculata. The drug sample in the market varying in size from 5.5 cm to 9.5 cm long and 2.5 cm to 4.5 cm wide and conical, conch, or somewhat spindle-shaped. the drug has many shallow grooves and thus forms shrinking appearances The lower end of the drug is tapering and shows sharp to blunt ending;, however, the upper portion shows white to creamish broad scar indicated the detachment of the tuber from the plant stem. Colour, dark brown to black, Odorless, and taste is bitter and astringent.
Other Names:
Khusaa al-tha‘lab, Qaatil Akheehi, Salabmisri, Salep Misri, Salep Orchid , Salep Orchis, Breitblättriges Knabenkraut, Breitblättriger Fingerwurz, Salabmisri, Salampunja, Salamisri, Orchis latifolia Linn, Salamisri, Salab Misri, Khaya Rubah, Salammishri, Salabmisri, Munjataka, Salab Misri, Khusyatus Salab, Shalam
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This herb profile provides a fascinating look into Salab Gatta, also known as orchid root, and highlights its botanical depth and cultural relevance. The detailed description of its form, structure, and traditional names gives it authenticity and scientific context. Including synonyms like Khusaa al-tha‘lab or Salep Misri helps readers from diverse backgrounds recognize it.
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