Chirayta Bitter Sticks | Chirata / Chiretta | Swertia chirayita
• Botanical Identity: Chirayta Bitter Sticks are cut dried parts of Swertia chirayita, an annual or biennial Himalayan herb belonging to the Gentianaceae family.
• Also Known As: Chirata, Chirayita, Chiretta, Indian Chiretta, Kiratatikta, Kirata, Bhunimba and Nepali Chiraito.
• Cut Dried Herb: Supplied as thin greenish-brown to straw-brown stems with small branches, leaf fragments and naturally broken pieces.
• Naturally Bitter Character: Chirayta is recognised for its exceptionally strong and lingering bitter taste. It is traditionally used as a raw ingredient in bitter herbal infusions, decoctions and established botanical formulations.
• AWAFI MILL Quality: Carefully selected and packed Chirayta herb pieces. Store tightly sealed in a cool, dry place away from moisture, sunlight, heat and strong odours