Haritaki (Terminalia chebula) is a tree native to southern Asia and India. Sometimes referred to as chebulic myrobalan, the dried fruit of this tree has a long history of use in Ayurveda. It is said to support the Vata dosha and is one of three dried fruits that make up the Ayurvedic formula Triphala. People use haritaki to promote healing from a number of conditions ranging from sore throat and allergies to constipation and indigestion.