Marking Nut Tree Powder / Ekanayakam Podi

Kingdom: Plantae

Family: Anacardiaceae

Genus: Semecarpus L. f.

Species: Semecarpus anacardium L. f.

Scientific Name: Semecarpus anacardium

Marking Nut Tree is scientifically known as Semecarpus anacardium belongs to the Anacardiaceae family. This tree is originally grown in the outer Himalayan region. This tree was used to mark their clothes for washing in the past that’s why it got the name “Marking nut”. This fruit has a 1-inch oblong drupe, which is smooth and black.

The juice of this fruit is used as a dye. The structure of this fruit is also like cashew because of the presence of two components. The upper portion of this fruit is edible and sweet while ripping and the lower part is a smooth and black nut. The nut is the most important part of this tree. It has some chemical components like vitamins, bioflavonoids, amino acids, and minerals. Due to the chemicals present in this nut, it effectively treats some health problems like cancer, arthritis, infections, etc.

Health Benefits

• Marking nut has aphrodisiac properties that help to increase libido and sexual drive. It is also used to treat premature ejaculation and seminal leakage.
• Diabetes is one of the most common health problems around the world. If your blood sugar level is too high, it is called diabetes. The marking nut helps to lower the blood sugar level and maintain normal glucose levels.
• Some studies prove that marking nuts helps to maintain the health condition of people who are suffering from breast cancer.
• This herb helps to treat several health problems related to the digestive system like digestant, purgative, and gastrointestinal disorders.
• Marking nut is also used to get better relief from skin irritation.