Most of these plant materials are administered fresh and in raw form at Tapovan Ashram for instant cure of the ailments. To cite a few examples, given below is the description of some plants.

1. Chlorophytum borivillianum (Safed Musli) :
       A much sought after medicinal herb listed "endangered" species is a rich source of over 25 alkaloids, vitamins, minerals, proteins, carbohydrates, steroid saponins and polysaccharides. A number of health tonics for general and sexual weakness are prepared from it. It's decoction is used in the case of impotency as it is quite rich in glycocides and has spermotogic properties. Traditionally, it is an essential part of the diet of lactating mothers (after delivering) in the form of laddoos.
       Under a three year project from the Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India, cultivation of 'Musli' was done at the Tapovan Ashram and on the fields of tribal farmers. It has the potential of fetching over Rs. 5 lacs per hectare as the dried tubers in local market sell at about Rs.1800 per kg whereas in international market it sells at Rs. 3000/- per kg.

2. Aloe barbadensis / Aloe vera (Gwar Patha, Ghrit Kumari) :
       A wild perennial herb of great medicinal value. It is stomachic tonic in small doses and acts as purgative and indirectly emmanagogue and anthelmintic in large dose. It has been a favourite remedy for intestinal worms in children. In the form of a lotion, it is recommended in catarrhal and purulent opthalmia. Dissolved in spirit, it is used as a hair dye to stimulate hair growth. A sweet confection prepared from the pulp of the leaves is given in piles. Pulp mixed with honey and turmeric is recommended in coughs and cols. The juice of the leaves is useful in painful inflammations and chronic ulcers. Eczematous skin is quickly cicatrized and healed on application of small piece of leaf of aloe.
       The healing of abrasions of human skin show definite improvement. A five week treatment of aloe vera in patients of severe x-ray dermatitis shows complete regeneration of the skin on the scalp and forehead. Its use in cosmetics is gaining much popularity.

3. Emblica officinalis (Aonla/Indian Gooseberry) :
       It is a wonder herb and one of the precious gifts of nature to man. It is the best of all acid fruits and most useful for health and body rejuvenation and prevents ageing. It's mineral and vitamin contents include calcium, phosphorus, iron, carotene, thiamine, riboflavin and to min C. Its calorific value is 58. 100 gms of fruit provides 470 to 680 mgs of vitamin C. The dehydrated berry provides 2428 to 3470 mgs of vitamin C per 100 gms.
       The fruit is acrid, cooling, refreshing and laxative. It increases volume of urine. It's regular use every morning promotes vigour in body within a few days. It is useful in treatment of respiratory disorders, diabetes, eye disorders, rheumatism, scurvy, diarrhoea and dysentery. It is an accepted hair tonic for enriching hair growth and pigmentation. It is often used in the form of pickles and marmalade. It is the main ingredient of the most popular ayurvedic preparation "chyavan prash" for health and body rejuvenation.

4. Azadirachta indica (Neem) :
       The much talked about tree which was patented by an American company and now released is of great antiseptic value besides several medicinal properties, such as anti-tubercular, anti-protozoal, anti-allergic and dermatological and dental diseases. It is now widely used as organic insecticide, antifeedant, oviposition deterrent, synergistic and growth regulating activity.
       Neem decoction is used as the insecticide at Tapovan Ashram where organic farming practices are adopted.

5. Aegile marmalose (Bilwa/Beal fruit) :
       It is regarded by Hindus as a sacred tree and has great mythological significance and abounds in the vicinity of temples. The leaves of the tree are used as sacred offering to Lord Shiva, the God of Health. The beal tree is again a very useful medicinal plant. The ripe fruit is regarded as best of all laxatives. It cleans and tonesup the intestines. Its unripe or half ripe fruit is the most effective remedy for chronic diarrhoea and dysentery when there is no fever. The root of the tree is a home remedy for curing ear problems. Medicated oil prepared from beal leaves gives relief from recurrent colds and respiratory affections. Its "Sharbat" is very refreshing drink during summers.

6. Commiphora weightii (Guggal) :
       It is a bushy shrub wildly found in extremely hot and harsh climatic conditions.

7. Adhatoda vasica (Adusa / Vasaka) :
       It is an every green shrub, the leaves, roots and fruits of which are extensively used in curing cold, cough, bronchitis, asthma and also in removal of intestinal parasites. It's juice is also useful in treating tuberculosis.

8. Ocimum sanctum (Tulsi / Holy basil) :
       It is again a sacred herb for Hindus who consider it as an earthly manifestation of goddess Vrindavani who is dear to Lord Vishnu. The plant is of great medicinal value. The leaves are nerve tonic and sharpen memory. They promote the removal of catarrhal matter and phlegm from bronchial tubes. The tender leaves when eaten raw are preventive of many fevers, sore throat, respiratory disorders, kidney stone, heart disorders, children's ailments, mouth infections, etc. That is why a few leaves are recommended to be chewed raw daily by Hindus as God's Prasad.