Health Benefits of Palasha (Flame of the forest tree)
Palasha is mentioned in Ayurveda for the treatment of diseases like infections, fever, cuts and wounds, skin problems, worms, indigestion, allergies, and many more.
It has anthelmintic, anticonvulsive, antidiabetic, antidiarrhoeal, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antifungal, antibacterial, antistress, haemagglutination, hepatoprotective, hypoglycemic, wound healing, and many more properties.
It has butrin, iso-butrin, triterpene, reserpine, iso-coreserpine, flavonoids like parasitic and prunetin, steroids, somonospermoside, chalcones, aurones, and many other phytochemicals.
Worms: Alkali and seed powder are utilized to address worms and similar concerns.
Diabetes: The bark and flowers of the flame of the forest tree have been traditionally used to lower blood sugar levels and also enhance metabolism.
Diarrhea: It is beneficial for chronic diarrhea due to its astringent and absorbent properties.
Skin problems: Traditionally, it is used in Indian festivals as an external coloring agent and is also effective in preventing and treating skin diseases.
Inflammation: It is commonly used in various formulations to relieve inflammation and pain.
Infection: Flame of the forest tree flowers and seeds are useful in treating various microbial and fungal infections.
Indigestion: Its alkali is beneficial for treating indigestion and abdominal infections.
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