🌿 Putranjiva – Ayurveda’s Seed of Fertility and Rejuvenation

Putranjiva (Putranjiva roxburghii)—also called Putrajeevak or Child-Life Tree—has been cherished in Ayurveda for centuries as a potent fertility herb for both men and women. Revered as a rasayana for reproductive health, its seeds are traditionally consumed to enhance fertility and vitality in couples across generations.

📖 Traditional Wisdom Meets Modern Research

Ayurvedic classics recommend Putranjiva for improving reproductive strength and conception. Modern science is now validating those claims: a recent zebrafish study using supercritical fluid seed oil (PJSO) found that treating fertility-impaired fish significantly increased sperm count and motility in males and improved ovarian follicle development and egg quality in females 

🧬 Key Benefits Highlighted by Research

• In a controlled zebrafish fertility study, PJSO treatment restored fertility over 14 days, doubling conception and spawning rates. Aging or damaged fish regained normal reproductive capacity—mirroring benefits seen traditionally in humans 

• Chemical analysis identified β-sitosterol, oleic and linoleic acids as major active constituents—known to support anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and reproductive tissue health 

• Traditional usage maps to modern phytochemical validation: leaves and seeds contain saponins, triterpenoids, flavonoid glycosides, and antioxidant compounds that support fertility and hormonal balance 

✅ Why Putranjiva Works for Fertility

1. Supports Hormonal Regulation
   By promoting follicular growth in females and spermatogenesis in males, it supports hormone-driven reproductive cycles and conception.

2. Nourishes Reproductive Tissues
   Rich in bioactive compounds that rejuvenate ovarian follicles and testicular cells—reducing cysts and revitalizing sperm.

3. Reduces Inflammation & Oxidative Damage
   Its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory actions help maintain reproductive tract health and balance fertility.

🌟 How to Use It Traditionally

• Powder or oil made from the seed is taken with warm milk or honey.

• Typical Ayurvedic dose: 70–100 mg/day of seed oil (adjusted to weight and constitution).

• Best used alongside holistic fertility protocols—balanced diet, lifestyle, and complementary herbs.

💬 Research Quote

“Treatment with PJSO increased ovarian follicle count and mature eggs while reducing ovarian cysts. Sperm count and motility were greatly enhanced in male zebrafish.”
— Balkrishna et al., Molecules (2021) 

🧴 Final Thoughts

Putranjiva roxburghii is a rare gem that bridges centuries-old Ayurvedic wisdom with modern evidence. Its seed oil shows promise in restoring fertility—even in fertility-impaired models—by supporting hormone health, reproductive tissue renewal, and antioxidant protection. Whether for male or female reproductive support, Putranjiva stands out as a natural ally in holistic fertility care.