Three common methods to recognize original Vidanga Seeds are

1. Check ‘Color and Aroma’ of Our Vidanga Seeds to Know Embelin Content: Embelin, a para-benzoquinone isolated from dried berries of Embelia Ribes plants, contributes about 80% of its healing power to Vidanga. It is a great responsibility to preserve Embelin content inside seeds during the growing and harvesting period. We always ensure about our Embelin content is high above national standards. To know the quality of our Embelin, it is enough to pay attention to the color of the Vidanga. Dark brown in color, and heavier in weight. Our Vidanga also has a distinct pungent and oily odor that stands out. These are the symptoms of Embelin in abundance.

2. ‘Boil Test’ to Know the Purity of Our Vidanga: Slightly crush the Vidanga seeds and boil them in a glass of distilled water. A detailed examination of the color and aroma of the water will help you to determine if the product you are receiving is of first-grade quality. Medicated water with our best Vidanga will be pale yellow mixed with delicate clear golden color. There will also be a garlicky mint taste. Our Vidanga is one of the most effective as it dries without losing the antioxidants and flavonoids.

3. ‘Physical Standards’ of Our Vidanga: Our Vidanga seeds are golden brown in color and unique in size. Farmers in Kerala harvest the ripe fruits and start drying them from then on. After drying for three days in open sunlight and seven days indirect sunlight, the moisture is completely removed and stored in smokehouses.