Grape (Draksha)
Vitis vinifera
| Family | Vitaceae |
|---|---|
| Sanskrit | Draksha |
| हिंदी | मुनक्का |
| മലയാളം | മുന്തിരി |
| Parts used | fruit |
The grape vine is a woody climber with lobed leaves, tendrils and clusters of juicy berries. Native to the Mediterranean and West Asia, it is cultivated widely in Maharashtra and Karnataka, and dried grapes have been traded in India for centuries.
In Ayurveda the fruit is known as Draksha and is highly valued in classical texts. Dried grapes have traditionally been used in nourishing preparations for general wellness and digestive comfort.
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