Medicinal and Aromatic Plants are the valuable forest resources of the Kingdom of Nepal. It has had a good recognition in the Indian market since ancient times. According to the Hindu mythology Lord Dhanwantari had invented cure of living creatures from the Himalayan Herbs. The highest peak of the world, Mt. Everest, and a series of Himalayan ranges found in the country are symbolic of the existence of valuable medicinal and aromatic plants.
During the past days the country had significant role in trading of crude herbs; till date about 700 varieties have been identified.
The major thrust of the nation is to process these natural resources domestically balancing their depletion in nature with regeneration.
The Inception of Herbs Production & Processing Co. Ltd.
A new chapter in the history of Herbal Extracts and Essential Oils commenced with the establishment of Herbs Production & Processing Co.Ltd. (HPPCL) in 1981 as an undertaking of HMG/Nepal.
After thorough research and dedication of the national core of scientists under the Department of Medicinal Plants, this company was founded.