Giloy, scientifically known as Tinospora cordifolia, is a large, deciduous, climbing shrub native to South and Southeast Asia. This plant features long, twining branches with heart-shaped leaves and small, yellowish-green flowers that often appear when the plant is leafless. The reddish fruits are smooth and ovoid, grouping in small clusters. Known in various regional names, Giloy has been a significant part of traditional botanical knowledge and cultural practices across its native regions. It grows well in a variety of soils and climates, often found climbing on other trees in tropical and subtropical environments.