Terminalia Arjuna Bark Powder

Kingdom: Plantae

Clade: Tracheophytes

Family: Combretaceae

Genus: Terminalia

Binomial name: Terminalia arjuna

Terminalia arjuna is commonly known as arjuna, which is mostly used for its various medicinal properties. It is a well-known heart tonic that is used to treat all heart-related problems. In Ayurveda, the reddish bark of this tree is the main useful part of this tree.

It is a large evergreen tree that has long and strong roots. This tree will reach up to 70-85 ft in height. It has yellow flowers, conical leaves, and gray color smooth bark.

The flowers bloom from March to June and it bears fruits from September to November. In India, this tree is considered a sacred tree in some religions. The flowers and leaves are used in pooja.

Health Benefits

• Consuming the arjuna bark powder 2-4 tsp twice per day will help to treat leucorrhoea and bleeding piles.
• It is a well-known herbal heart tonic that strengthens the heart muscles and treats heart-related problems.
• Applying the arjuna bark paste on the fractured area will promote the healing process.
• Applying the arjuna bark powder with honey will help to remove black spots.
• This bark is also very helpful to cure chest pain.
• It has a good amount of casuarinin that prevents breast cancer.