Parijat (Nyctanthes arbor-tristis) Family: Oleaceae
Common Names:
Hindi: Harsingar, Parijat, Seoli, Rat ki Rani Sanskrit: Shephalika, Prajakta, Parijata, Aparajitha, Vatari English: Night-flowering Jasmine, Coral Jasmine, Tree of Sadness, Lover’s Tree, Queen of the Night
Regional Names :
Marathi: Parijatak, Kharbadi
Telugu: Parijatamu, Sepali
Tamil: Pavala-malligai, Parijata
Bengali: Sheuli, Harsinghar
Gujarati: Parijatak, Harshanagar
Kannada: Harsing, Goli
Oriya: Ganga Shiuli, Godokodiko
Parijat is a small ornamental tree or shrub growing up to 10 meters (33 feet) tall with flaky grey bark. The fragrant flowers bloom at night and fall by morning, with bright orange-red centers and white petals, making it culturally and spiritually significant.
Parijat is rich in active phytochemicals:
Iridoid glycosides: Nyctanthin, Arbortristoside A, B, C
Flavonoids: Quercetin, Kaempferol
Essential oils
Tannins, Saponins, Alkaloids
Beta-sitosterol
Ascorbic acid (Vitamin C)
PARIJAT TREE – NATURE’S SACRED GIFT
At Kyo Naturals, we proudly promote the cultivation of the Parijat tree (Nyctanthes arbor-tristis) among farmers in the Dharamshala region. This sacred and multi-functional plant is more than just a beautiful addition to the landscape—it is a symbol of cultural heritage, a source of natural wellness, and a means of sustainable income for local communities.
🌿 Why We Cultivate Parijat in Dharamshala
The cool-temperate climate and clean mountain air of the Dhauladhar region offer ideal conditions for Parijat cultivation.
We work with farmers to revive traditional herbal knowledge while introducing modern organic practices.
The goal is to create a self-sustaining herbal economy, rooted in wellness, biodiversity, and community empowerment.
🌼 BENEFITS OF THE PARIJAT TREE
Flowers: Used in perfumes, teas, rituals, and as a natural dye.
Leaves: Known in Ayurveda to help with joint pain, fever, cough, skin ailments, and digestion.
Fragrance: A calming, spiritual aroma that transforms any garden into a sanctuary.
Symbolism: Represents love, devotion, and the transient beauty of life—a living poem in your backyard.
🌸 OUR MISSION AT KYO NATURALS
We aim to:
Encourage local cultivation of Parijat and other medicinal plants.
Train farmers in organic, sustainable techniques.
Create market access for value-added products such as herbal teas, infused oils, floral powders, and natural incense.
Celebrate the spiritual and therapeutic legacy of Himalayan botanical s.
