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Jeevakam (Sedenfia Rheedel) Pachilaperumal
₹1,860.00Current price is: ₹1,860.00. Original price was: ₹2,400.00.
? Shop Buy Jeevakam (Seidenfia rheedei) – Pachilaperumal – The Sacred Rejuvenating Orchid of Kerala! ?
Also known as Jivak, Rushabha, or Jivadumpa, this remarkable terrestrial orchid is one of the eight Ashtavarga herbs – the legendary group of rejuvenating plants used in Chyawanprash and classical Ayurvedic formulations! ?✨
? Why it’s so special:
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Ashtavarga herb – one of eight sacred rejuvenating plants ?
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Key Chyawanprash ingredient – used for centuries in Ayurveda!
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Aphrodisiac & tonic – enhances vitality, strength & stamina ?
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Cooling potency (Sheeta Veerya) – balances Vata and Pitta doshas ?
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Beautiful orchid – purple-tinged leaves & orange-yellow flowers ?
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? Jeevakam (Pachilaperumal) – The Sacred Orchid That Brings Life!
Namaskaram, Ayurveda enthusiast! ? Have you ever wondered what makes Chyawanprash so powerfully rejuvenating? One of its secret ingredients is Jeevakam – a sacred orchid revered in Kerala’s traditional medicine for thousands of years! Meet this remarkable herb and bring its healing energy to your garden. ?✨
? What is Jeevakam (Pachilaperumal)?
Jeevakam (scientific name: Seidenfia rheedei, also known as Malaxis rheedei or Crepidium resupinatum) is a terrestrial orchid belonging to the Orchidaceae family .
The name “Pachilaperumal” in Malayalam beautifully captures its essence – “Pachila” means green leaf and “Perumal” means lord or deity – literally “the green lord” or “emerald deity” ! This reflects its sacred status in Kerala’s herbal traditions. ??
? Plant Description:
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Height | Short-stemmed terrestrial herb up to 30 cm |
| Pseudobulb | Present at base, from which new plants arise |
| Leaves | 3-4 simple, ovate or lanceolate, often with purple shades |
| Flowers | Small, orange-yellow on long racemes |
| Flowering season | July to September (peak in September) |
| Habitat | Semi-evergreen and moist deciduous forests, on wet rocks, amidst moss |
| Altitude | 800-1100 meters above MSL |
? The Ashtavarga Connection – One of Eight Sacred Herbs!
Jeevakam is one of the Ashtavarga – the eight revered herbs in Ayurveda known for their rejuvenating (Rasayana) properties . These herbs are considered the elixir of life and are key ingredients in Chyawanprash – one of the most famous Ayurvedic formulations for immunity and vitality!
The Eight Ashtavarga Herbs:
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Jeevakam – the life-giver
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Rishabhakam – the best among herbs
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Meda – the nourisher
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Mahameda – the great nourisher
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Kakoli – the cooling one
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Kshirakakoli – the milky cooling one
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Riddhi – the prosperity-giver
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Vriddhi – the growth-promoter
? Ayurvedic Properties & Medicinal Uses:
According to the State Medicinal Plants Board Kerala and Kerala Agricultural University, Jeevakam possesses remarkable therapeutic properties :
| Property | Description |
|---|---|
| Rasa (Taste) | Sweet (Madhura) |
| Virya (Potency) | Cool (Sheeta) – a refrigerant |
| Main actions | Rejuvenating, tonic, aphrodisiac, febrifuge |
Therapeutic Benefits:
| Condition | How Jeevakam Helps |
|---|---|
| ? General debility & emaciation | Acts as a powerful tonic and rejuvenator |
| ? Burning sensation (Daha) | Cooling property provides relief |
| ? Bleeding disorders (Rakta dosha) | Used for haematemesis (vomiting blood) |
| ? Seminal weakness / Sexual debility | Aphrodisiac (Vrishya) property |
| ? Fever (Jvara) | Febrifuge and antipyretic |
| ?️ Bronchitis | Balances Vata-Kapha, clears respiratory passages |
| ? Wounds | External application for healing |
| ? Nervous system disorders | Calms Vata-related neurological issues |
| ? Tuberculosis | Used in pulmonary tuberculosis treatment |
| ? Skin aging | Antioxidant and anti-aging properties |
? Famous Ayurvedic Formulations Containing Jeevakam:
| Formulation | Uses |
|---|---|
| Chyawanprash | Immunity booster, rejuvenator, overall health |
| Ashtavarga Kashayam | General debility, emaciation, fever |
| Dhanwantharam Kashayam | Post-natal care, Vata disorders |
| Dhanwantharam Kuzhambu | External application for joint pain |
? Regional Names Across India:
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Malayalam | Jeevakam, Pachilaperumal, ജീവകം, പച്ചിലപെരുമാള് |
| Sanskrit | Jivakah, Rushabha |
| Hindi | Jivak |
| Tamil | Jivakam |
| Telugu | Jivadumpa, Jivakamu |
| English | Jeevak |
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? How to Grow Your Jeevakam (Pachilaperumal):
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| ☀️ Sunlight | 50-70% shade – needs protection from direct sun! |
| ? Water | Moderate – keep soil moist but not waterlogged |
| ?️ Climate | Subtropical to temperate – prefers cool, humid conditions |
| ? Soil | Sandy loam with high organic matter, well-draining |
| ? Propagation | By pseudobulbs (NOT by seeds – seeds are microscopic!) |
| ? Spacing | 30 x 30 cm (about 1,11,100 plants per hectare) |
| ⏰ Planting time | April-May for best survival, or mid-October to November |
| ⏰ Harvest time | After 7 months (February) or up to 18-24 months |
| ? Flowering | July-September (peak September) |
? Propagation Instructions:
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Select healthy pseudobulbs – choose bulbs 3-4 cm in length
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Plant horizontally – under 50% shade for best results
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Planting time – April-May gives maximum survival (78-80%)
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Dormancy – By January-February, leaf sheath dries and bulbs go dormant
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Harvest – Bulbs harvested during February after seven months of planting
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Storage – For seed purpose, store inside earthen pots
Note: Jeevakam seeds are microscopic and extremely difficult to germinate. Commercial cultivation relies on pseudobulb propagation .
? Chemical Constituents & Modern Research:
Scientific studies have identified that Jeevakam contains:
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Amino sugars, glycosides and hexosamine
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Higher values of starch, free amino acids and protein recorded in domesticated crops
Modern research has confirmed:
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Antioxidant activity
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Anti-aging properties (photo-protective activity for skin)
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Anti-inflammatory effects
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Immunomodulatory potential (through Chyawanprash)
? Interesting Fact!
In Kerala, the two drugs Jeevakom and Edavakom are actually pseudo-bulbils of the same plant – different only in size! This fascinating botanical detail shows how local knowledge distinguishes subtle differences in the same species.
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