Parts Used
Leaves, Friut, Bark, Seed, Root
Description
Giant Crape Myrtle is a tree.
It is deciduous.
It grows in a tropical climate.
It grows up to 20 M.
Best used for Diabetes.
Lagerstroemia Speciosa and Lagerstroemia Indica are two different spices belong to Lagerstroemia family.
L. Speciosa is a huge tree on the other hand L. Indica is a shrub.
L.Speciosa possess purple colour flowers whereas L. Indica's flower is dark pink in colour.
Leaves of L. Speciosa are bigger than L. Indica.
Lagerstroemia Speciosa is used to treat Diabetes whereas Crepe Myrtle is used for Cuts and wounds.
Lagerstroemia Speciosa General
Lagerstroemia Speciosa is commonly known as Jarul. The root, bark, leaves, flowers of the herb are used medicinally. Traditionally, it is used in Indian and Japanese medicine systems for treating Illness, High blood sugar levels, and Obesity.
The roots of the Jarul plant are used for treating Mouth Ulcers.
The leaves of Jarul treat Wounds, Obesity. A tincture of leaves is used for Wounds and disinfecting the infected skin area. The methanol extract of leaves possesses Cytotoxic property.
The bark of Lagerstroemia Speciosa acts as a Stimulant and Febrifuge. It provides relief from abdominal pains.
Diabetes:
Jarul is a natural Insulin plant. It is a strong Anti Diabetic supplement. It is rich in Corosolic acid. The leaves of Jarul contain Ellagitannin. It possesses properties similar to insulin required to treat Diabetic patients. It regulates the blood sugar level in the body. It helps to break down the carbohydrates and sugar in the body. It also promotes their excretion from the body. Tea made from the leaves of Jarul helps in lowering blood sugar levels.
Stomach Problems:
The roots of the herb are used to treat stomach ailments. It provides relief from Stomach cramps and Diarrhea.
Jarul is rich in dietary fiber. The bark, leaves, and flowers of the plant are used to treat hard stools, Constipation, and ease Bowel movements.
Urinary Problems:
A decoction or infusion made from the leaves of Jarul is used to treat Urinary disorders as Dysuria or inflammation of the Kidneys.
High Blood Pressure:
It is beneficial for Hypertensive patients or ones having High Blood Pressure. It regulates blood pressure and eases Hypertension.
Cancer:
It contains Corosolic acid. It thus can be used for the treatment of various kinds of Cancers. The leaves of Jarul are anti-inflammatory in nature. It destroys the free radicals in the body.
Heart Problems:
It regulates the High Cholesterol and Triglycerides level in the body. It protects the Heart from conditions as Myocardial Infarction and Arteriosclerosis.
Single HerbLagestroemia Speciosa contains Corosolic Acid and Ellagitannins. These two constituents are seem to be helpful to cure diabetes.
Take a glass of lukewarm water. Put half teaspoon of Lagestroemia Speciosa extract. Have it on an empty stomach daily.
The hot water extract of Banaba leaves treats Obesity. It thus helps in Weight loss.