Shatavari means “she who possesses 100 husbands,” a name that reflects shatavari’s superiority as a tonic for the female reproductive system. Men also benefit from this cooling rasayana (rejuvenating tonic) which pacifies pitta and vata while also supporting digestion.
Asparagus racemosus, Asparagaceae. A legendarily powerful women’s tonic, shatavari is said to bestow enough beauty — and strength! — to collect 100 hubands. It is mentioned in several ancient texts including the Rigveda and Ashtang Hridyam, which both praise it for being a rejuvenating tonic that fosters youthfulness and instills balance in the reproductive system.
Supports hormone balance and increases breast milk
Nourishes tissues of the the yoni
Supports fertility for men and women
Strengthens the body and supports the immune system