Piplamool | Ganthoda | Peepal Root | Pipalmool | Piplamul

Piplamool, also called Ganthoda or Peepramul, comes from the rhizome of Piper longum, a close relative of black pepper. Many confuse it with Sonth (dry ginger), but Piplamool holds a unique identity in Ayurveda. People usually consume it in powdered form, mixing it with jaggery, ginger powder and warm water to improve digestion and ease joint pain.

This potent herb strengthens respiratory health, balances Vata and Kapha and ignites the digestive fire (Agni). It works especially well for people with weak metabolism, gastric discomfort or respiratory challenges.

Key Health Benefits of Piplamool

Piplamool delivers a wide spectrum of Ayurvedic benefits:

• Supports digestion and detoxification: It stimulates metabolism, reduces bloating and clears toxins from the digestive tract.

• Improves respiratory wellness: It helps manage asthma, bronchitis, coughs and hoarseness of voice.

• Relieves joint and muscle pain: Taken with warm water and jaggery, it eases rheumatic pain, stiffness and inflammation.

• Boosts immunity and rejuvenation: As a rasayana (rejuvenative), it builds vitality and strengthens tissues.

• Offers versatile healing: Practitioners rely on it for chronic fever, gastritis, vomiting, diarrhea, jaundice, splenic disorders and even viral infections.

Traditional Applications

Ayurvedic practitioners add Piplamool to churnas and kadhas for coughs, infections and detox therapies. People often mix it with ginger powder, jaggery and warm water for gastric relief. In classical formulations, Piplamool enhances the absorption and effectiveness of other herbs.

Other Names

• Botanical Name: Piper longum (Root)

• Common Names: Piplamool, Peepramul, Ganthoda, Pipli Root, Long Pepper Root

• Not to be Confused With: Sonth (Dry Ginger)

Storage & Safety Information

Store Piplamool in a cool, dry place away from sunlight. Keep it in an airtight container after opening. Avoid refrigeration. Consult an Ayurvedic practitioner before long-term or therapeutic use.