Action
Root bark - antiperiodic, astringent, tonic
Bark of tree - astringent, antiperiodic, antiviral, bitter, tonic,
vermifuge
Leaves - antiviral, discutient, emrnenagogue
Flowers-stimulant, stomachic, tonic
Fruit - anthelmintic, purgative, emollient
Juice- anthelmintic
Oil extracted from the nut- antiseptic, insecticide, local stimulant
Uses:
arthritis
blood - purifies and detoxifies
bronchitis
cough
diabetes
drowsiness
eczema
fever
jaundice
leukorrhea
malaria
nausea
obesity
parasites
rheumatism
skin diseases
syphilis
thirst
tumors
vomiting
worms
This herb is used in inflammatory and febrile diseases. It is also
used for worm infestation. It is used for a variety of conditions
in Ayurvedic Medicine, singly, and in combination.
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