MARIA SIDDHA MEDICAL COLLEGE AND HOSPITAL
MOOVATTUMUGAM – ATTOOR
FIELD VISIT
SECOND PROFESSIONAL BSMS 2025-2026
 REPORT ON FIELD VISIT FOR DEPARTMENT OF GUNAPADAM MARUNTHIYAL,MARUNTHAKAVIYAL AND MEDICINAL BOTANY
PLACE: XAVIER SOLAI
DATE: 14/08/2025
STAFF:
DR. GANAPATHY -HEAD OF THE DEPARTMENT GUNAPADAM -MARUNTHIYAL
DR. SOUNTHARYA – ASSISTANT PROFESSOR GUNAPADAM – MARUNTHIYAL
DR.MARY REENA – ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF GUNAPADAM DEPARTMENT
MRS.BEULA STARY – ASSISTANT PROFESSOR – MARUTHUVA THAVARAVIYAL




INTERROGATION WITH SIDDHA VAITHIYAR:


Sotru Katralai Seineer (Aloe Vera Seineer Preparation):
Indications:
Disorders of Vatha, Pitha, and Kabha
Liver diseases – Jaundice (Kaamaalai), Pandu Noi (Anemia)
Madras Eye (Acute Conjunctivitis – eye redness)
Skin patches / discoloration
Bad mouth odour (Halitosis)
Pale eyes, weakness due to low blood count
Ingredients:
Aloe Vera pulp (Sotru Katralai)
Rose petals (Roja poo)
Kadukkai (Haritaki – detox herb)
Padikara Thool (Purified alum powder)
Milk
Method of Preparation:
Grind aloe vera pulp, rose petals, and kadukkai together into a fine paste.
Add a pinch of alum powder.
Add milk and mix thoroughly.
Filter/strain the mixture.
The strained liquid is the Seineer to be used.
Dosage:
½ palam (approx. 2.5 g) per dose
Take once daily, preferably on an empty stomach
Course: 3 days (extendable to 1 week if required)
Therapeutic Benefits:
Purifies blood and improves hemoglobin levels
Cures Madras Eye (redness, watery discharge)
Clears skin patches and improves complexion
Removes bad breath / foul mouth odour
Acts as mild laxative – removes toxins
Reduces body heat
Supports liver health and digestion
Balances Vatha, Pitha, Kabha
Special Preparations:
 Chappathi Kalli (Cactus Juice):
Mix Sotru Katralai juice with Chappathi Kalli juice
Helps greatly in constipation, Mulam (piles), and improves bowel clearance
Reduces pain and swelling in hemorrhoids
WithLingam & Onion:
Mix juice with Lingam (purified cinnabar) + crushed onion
Removes Vatha-related disorders
Good for joint pains, muscle stiffness, and nerve-related pain
Dosage & Course:
Dose: ½ palam (≈ 2.5 g) of prepared seineer + equal quantity of milk
Take once daily for 3 days
Can be extended up to 1 week if necessary
Regular usage helps in all Vatha-related diseases
Summary of Benefits:
Madras eye cure
Skin and mouth purification
Pile relief (mulam)
Blood purifier, improves Hb
Clears constipation
Effective in all Vatha disorders
 
RAWDRUGS IDENTIFICATION





HERBARIUM COLLECTION


NAME OF THE STUDENTS PARTICIPATED:
ABISHEK  G
ANJANA LEKSHMI A
ARTHIYA T
BABISHA S
BAVADHARANI K
BAVATHARANI K
CHANDRAMATHI P
DHARSHAN R
EVELAYAL S
GOKULAKRISHNAN B
GOPIKA M
GOPINATH K
GUNAPRIYA N
HARINI V
HEMALATHA K
JAISURYA S R
JAIPREETHA M
JAYASURYA S
JENITA LILLY R
KIRIJA S
MAHALAKSHMI P
MANJULA S
MULLAI KODI  S
MUTHUKUMARAN K
NANDANA   A S
NITHYA  S
PRIYANKA R
RASHMIKA R
SABITHA. C
SEMMOZHI G
SHAILAJA D
SIVABHARATH R
 SUGAPRIYA V R
TAMIZHARASAN A
VAISHNAVI K
VARSHINI  T C
VENNILAVAN R
VIJAYALAKSHMI S
VINOTH KUMAR S
VISHNUPRIYA G
VISHNUPRIYA P
VIVITHA P
YALINI R
 

  
 
CONCLUSION :
The field trip to the botanical garden offered a comprehensive learning experience on the diversity of medicinal plants and their importance in healthcare. Observing raw drug sources in their natural habitat helped strengthen practical knowledge of pharmacognosy.
 The process of herbarium collection provided insight into scientific documentation and preservation techniques. The interactive session with the Siddha traditional doctor enriched the understanding of traditional medicine, showcasing how natural remedies are prepared and their continued relevance in modern times.
Such field visits play a vital role in bridging theoretical knowledge with practical application and inspire further interest in research and conservation of medicinal plants.