{"id":39805,"date":"2021-07-14T15:06:05","date_gmt":"2021-07-14T15:06:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/naturoherbs.com\/product\/dried-lesser-galangal-chitharathai\/"},"modified":"2025-12-10T14:35:43","modified_gmt":"2025-12-10T14:35:43","slug":"dried-lesser-galangal-chitharathai","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/naturoherbs.com\/en-us\/product\/dried-lesser-galangal-chitharathai\/","title":{"rendered":"Dried Lesser Galangal | Chitharathai | Sitharathai | Alpinia Officinarum"},"content":{"rendered":"

Dried Lesser Galangal | Chitharathai | Sitharathai | Alpinia Officinarum \u2013 A Time-Tested Herbal Remedy<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Nature\u2019s Ancient Solution for Respiratory, Digestive & Immune Health<\/h3>\n

Chitharathai<\/strong>, also known as Sitharathai<\/strong> in Tamil and Lesser Galangal<\/strong> in English, is a treasured root in Ayurveda and Siddha systems of medicine. Belonging to the ginger family (Alpinia officinarum<\/em>), this potent herb is traditionally used for its warming, decongestant, and digestive properties.<\/p>\n

At Naturoherbs<\/strong>, we bring you carefully sourced and naturally dried Lesser Galangal roots<\/strong>, preserved in their purest form to retain their full medicinal potency. Whether you’re an individual user, health brand, or practitioner, we offer wholesale and private labeling services<\/strong>, and we ship to every country worldwide<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Regional Names of Lesser Galangal \/ Chitharathai<\/h3>\n
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    Botanical Name<\/strong>: Alpinia officinarum<\/em><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    English<\/strong>: Lesser Galangal<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Tamil<\/strong>: \u0b9a\u0bbf\u0ba4\u0bcd\u0ba4\u0bb0\u0ba4\u0bcd\u0ba4\u0bc8 \/ Sitharathai<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Malayalam<\/strong>: \u0d1a\u0d3f\u0d31\u0d4d\u0d31\u0d30\u0d24\u0d4d\u0d24, \u0d15\u0d4b\u0d32\u0d3f\u0d1e\u0d4d\u0d1a\u0d3f \/ Chittaratha, Kolinchi<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Telugu<\/strong>: \u0c26\u0c41\u0c02\u0c2a\u0c30\u0c3e\u0c37\u0c4d\u0c1f\u0c4d\u0c30\u0c15\u0c2e\u0c41 \/ Dumparaashtrakamu<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    Hindi<\/strong>: \u0915\u0941\u0932\u0902\u091c\u0928 \/ Kulanjan<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Traditional Uses & Therapeutic Benefits<\/h3>\n

    1. Soothes Cough, Cold & Throat Irritation<\/strong><\/h4>\n

    Lesser Galangal is widely known as a natural expectorant<\/strong>. It helps in clearing mucus from the lungs, easing breathing, and soothing sore throat and chronic cough\u2014making it an essential remedy in traditional winter preparations and homemade kashayams (herbal decoctions)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

    2. Improves Digestion and Appetite<\/strong><\/h4>\n

    This warming root stimulates digestive fire (Agni<\/em>), enhances appetite, and alleviates issues like bloating, flatulence, and indigestion. It is often included in herbal formulas to support gut health<\/strong> and manage gastric discomfort.<\/p>\n

    3. Relieves Inflammation and Pain<\/strong><\/h4>\n

    Sitharathai contains anti-inflammatory and analgesic compounds<\/strong>, making it effective for managing joint pain, arthritis, and general body aches. It also offers relief from inflammation of the throat and respiratory tract.<\/p>\n

    4. Boosts Immunity Naturally<\/strong><\/h4>\n

    Its antimicrobial and antioxidant properties help the body fight infections and build natural resistance. Regular use supports stronger immunity<\/strong> and better overall vitality.<\/p>\n

    How to Use Chitharathai (Lesser Galangal)<\/h3>\n
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      Herbal Decoction (Kashayam)<\/strong>: Boil crushed Sitharathai with water, tulsi, pepper, and dry ginger for an effective remedy for colds and congestion.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Chitharathai Powder<\/strong>: Sun-dried and ground to a fine powder, it can be added to herbal teas or mixed with honey.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Traditional Confection (Sitharathai Churanam)<\/strong>: Often made into small chewable balls with jaggery and pepper for kids and elders to strengthen lungs and prevent infections.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Ideal for Herbalists, Wellness Brands & Ayurvedic Practitioners<\/h3>\n

      Our Dried Sitharathai roots<\/strong> are ideal for:<\/p>\n

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        Ayurvedic & Siddha medicine preparations<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Herbal tea blends and respiratory tonics<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Immunity-boosting natural products<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Functional food and health supplement brands<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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        Origin:<\/strong> India<\/span><\/p>\n

        Botanical Name:<\/b> Alpinia Calcarata\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

        English Name:<\/b> Lesser Galangal<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":39547,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[372],"product_tag":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-39805","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"product_cat-dried-herbs-en-us","8":"first","9":"outofstock","10":"shipping-taxable","11":"product-type-variable"},"yoast_head":"\nBuy Dried Lesser Galangal | Chitharathai | Alpinia Officinarum - Naturoherbs.com<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/naturoherbs.com\/en-us\/product\/dried-lesser-galangal-chitharathai\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Buy Dried Lesser Galangal | Chitharathai | Alpinia Officinarum - 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