Parts Used
Bark , Leaves, Root, Fruit, Wood
Terminalia Catappa General
The Tropical Almond Tree chiefly known as Terminalia Catappa. It is a large deciduous tree. It grows upto 90 feet tall. The leaves turn red to yellow before falling. All parts of the plant i.e. leaves, kernel, bark, root, wood and fruit are used for medicinal purposes. The leaf and Bark extract of the tree possess Anti Carcinogenic, Anti HIV, Hepatoprotective, Anti Diabetic and Liver regenerating effects. The leaves are Anti Sickling in nature.
It is beneficial for Liver detoxification and supports the Immune System.
Leaves : Terminalia Catappa leaves are rich in flavonoid content. Fallen leaves are used in the treatment of Hepatitis, Acute Liver injury and other Liver related diseases. Terminalia Catappa leave extract is used topically for dermatological use and Rheumatoid disease.
Ethanol extract of leaves is used to cure Sickle Cell Disorder. It also treats Intestinal parasites and Eye problems. Dried leaves are used to treat diseases caused by Fish pathogens.
Tea made from the leaves soothes and relaxes the Nervous System.
Leaves possess Anticarciogenic property. They are potentially used for Chemo prevention of Cancer. Leaves best aid in the treatment of Hepatoma. The Antioxidant property of leaves prevent the break down of the chromosomes and exhibit Anticlastogenic effect.
Kernel : The kernel of Almond tree possess Aphrodisiac property. It cures sexual dysfunction particularly in men like Premature Ejaculation, Hypersexuality and Watery Semen. It aids healthy Reproductive System in men.
Fruit : The fruit is helpful in the treatment of Leprosy, Headache and reduces Nausea associated from travelling.
Bark : The bark extract of Terminalia Catappa possess Astringent property. It is used externally for healing wounds and Ulcers. It stops bleeding during Tooth extraction. It is used to treat infection of mouth, throat and intestines caused by Yeast infection.