A Classical Review on Different Varieties of Fruit - Terminalia Chebula (Haritaki)

Terminalia chebula is a member of the Combretaceae family. Known as the "king of medicines," Harad is among the oldest medicinal plants. Various medical systems, including Ayurveda, Siddha, Unani, and traditional Chinese medicine, have highlighted its therapeutic benefits. The goal of the current study is to conduct a thorough evaluation of the traditional uses of Terminalia Chebula, as well as the phytoconstituents of Haritaki. Vijya, Roheni, Putna, Amreeta, Abhya, Jeevanti, and Chettaki are the seven varieties of Haritaki that are described in Bhavprakash Nighantu.Chetaki is further divided into two types based on color.1. Shveta 2. Krishna. This present review has been collecting information about them from various classical literatures and data bases. This study will update the verities on fruit of Terminalia Chebula of the plant, classical review, chemical constituents, Pharmacological study, Traditional use. This review will be more useful for further student research.