YOGIS HERBS Kadukkai Powder — De-Seeded Haritaki (Terminalia chebula) from Tamil Nadu

Kadukkai (கடுக்காய்), known across India as Haritaki and botanically as Terminalia chebula, is one of the most treasured herbs in the entire Indian wellness tradition. Across centuries, it has been valued for its role in daily wellness rituals and is one of the three classical fruits used in traditional Triphala preparations. Known by many regional names — Kadukkai in Tamil, Haritaki in Sanskrit and Ayurveda, Harad or Harade in Hindi, Karakkaya in Telugu, Alalekai in Kannada, Hilikha in Bengali, and Chebulic Myrobalan in English — this remarkable herb has held a place in Indian wellness traditions for over 2,000 years.

In Tamil and broader Indian wellness traditions, Kadukkai is traditionally taken at night before bedtime — typically as a powder mixed with warm water, honey, or herbal tea. Across generations, families have used it as a foundational herb for daily digestive comfort, natural cleansing routines, and general well-being.

The Rare Five-Rasa Herb

Classical Indian texts describe Kadukkai as one of the very few herbs carrying five of the six traditional rasas (tastes) — pungent (katu), bitter (tikta), astringent (kashaya), sour (amla), and sweet (madhura) — all in a single fruit. This rare multi-taste profile is why Kadukkai has been valued across centuries in Tamil, Ayurvedic, and Siddha traditions, where it is believed to harmonize with all three traditional doshas (Vata, Pitta, and Kapha). Among thousands of herbs in the classical pharmacopeia, very few carry this distinction, which is why Kadukkai has earned its place as a foundational ingredient in the classical Triphala preparation.

Why De-Seeded Matters

Authentic, traditionally-prepared Kadukkai powder uses only the dried fruit pulp — the seed is carefully removed by hand before grinding. This is the classical preparation grade, preferred in traditional Indian apothecary practice. Lower-grade powders sometimes include the entire fruit (including seed), which dilutes the herb's character and lowers the quality. Our YOGIS HERBS Kadukkai Powder is made exclusively from the de-seeded fruit pulp, hand-cleaned, sun-dried, and stone-ground in small batches the traditional way.

About the Traditional Taste

Kadukkai's bitter-astringent flavor is part of its defining character — celebrated in classical Indian wellness texts as one of its five traditional rasas. Generations of families have enjoyed it with warm water at bedtime, with honey, or in herbal tea. If you're new to traditional Indian herbal powders, begin with a smaller amount and gradually find the preparation that suits your palate. Many users tell us that once they discover their preferred way of taking it — usually with honey at bedtime — Kadukkai becomes a treasured part of their daily ritual.

How to Use: Mix ½ teaspoon (about 2-3 grams) of Kadukkai powder in a glass of warm water at bedtime, or in herbal tea or warm water with honey. Many traditional users prefer this evening ritual as part of their daily wellness routine. May also be added to morning herbal preparations or homemade wellness drinks. Begin with a smaller amount if new to herbal powders, and gradually increase as your body adjusts.

Our Kadukkai Powder is 100% pure and single-ingredient — no fillers, no added grains, no preservatives, no artificial colors or flavors. Vegan, gluten-free, hand-cleaned and stone-ground in small batches, processed in an FSSAI-certified facility. Resealable pouch keeps your powder fresh.

YOGIS HERBS has been bringing authentic, traditionally-sourced South Indian herbs to wellness seekers worldwide since 2015 — including Kadukkai, Arugampul, Vasanai Podi, Kasturi Manjal, Avarampoo, Karisalankanni, Poovarasam Pattai, and many more.

Caution: Consult your healthcare provider before use, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, managing a medical condition, or experiencing digestive sensitivity. Kadukkai has a strong character and is not recommended in large quantities. Discontinue use if any adverse reaction occurs. Keep out of reach of children.

Disclaimer: These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or health condition.