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Description
Sirukurinjan (Gymnema sylvestre), often called the "Sugar Destroyer" in traditional medicine, is a medicinal herb used widely in Siddha and Ayurveda. Its dried leaves are particularly known for their ability to reduce sugar cravings and support diabetes management.
Feature Description
Botanical Name : Gymnema sylvestre
Common Tamil Name : சிருக்குறிஞ்சான் (Sirukurinjan)
Other Names : Gurmar (Hindi), Madhunashini (Sanskrit), Podapatri (Telugu)
Leaf Form : Oval-shaped, medium-sized dried green leaves
Taste : Neutral to slightly bitter; suppresses sweet taste when chewed
🩺 2. Medicinal Uses of Dried Leaves
Blocks sweet taste receptors – suppresses sugar cravings
Supports diabetes management – may lower blood sugar levels
Improves metabolism
Acts as a mild digestive stimulant
Can be consumed as herbal tea, powder, or capsule
4. Sirukurinjan Plant – Care Tips
✅ Sunlight
Requires partial to full sunlight (4–6 hours daily)
✅ Soil
Grows best in well-drained, slightly acidic loamy soil
✅ Watering
Water moderately; keep soil moist but not soggy
Avoid water stagnation
✅ Temperature
Thrives in warm tropical climates (20°C–35°C)
Cannot withstand frost
✅ Fertilizer
Apply organic compost or vermicompost monthly
Avoid chemical fertilizers if using leaves medicinally
✅ Propagation
By stem cuttings or seeds
Can be grown in pots or in ground
✅ Harvesting & Drying
1. Harvest mature leaves during the growing season
2. Shade-dry in a cool, well-ventilated place
3. Store dried leaves in an airtight container.
Pure Sirukurinjan Dried Leaves / தூய சிறுகுறிஞ்சான் உலர்ந்த இலைகள் /శుద్ధ గుడ్మర ఎండిన ఆకులు / शुद्ध गुड़मार की सूखी पत्तियाँ / ಶುದ್ಧ ಗುಡಮರ ಒಣ ಎಲೆಗಳು /ശുദ്ധമായ ഗുര്മാർ ഉണക്ക ഇലകൾ
Additional Information
PRODUCT NAME : Pure Sirukurinjan Dried Leaves
MANUFACTURER : Oxygen Herbals
SELLER / MARKETING BY : Oxygen Herbals
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN : India
NUMBER OF ITEM : 1
NET QUANTITY : 1
PACKAGE INFORMATION : Packet
WEIGHT OF ITEM : 130g
ITEM DIMENTION LxWxH : 10×10×8 Centimeters
RETURN POLICY : Not returnable, and return available particular reasons only(read the Return policy below footer menu links)
SELF LIFE : 3 months
PRODUCT CONDITIONS : New
PRODUCT CATEGORIES : Pure Sirukurinjan Dried Leaves
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