Cassia Fictula

Description

Bark of the Aragvadha is extensively used by Ayurveda in India in the treatment of inflammatory swellings and as a cleaning agent for ulcers and wounds. It is believed to decrease purulent discharge and act as a local antiseptic. The fruits are also used as a laxative. Aragwadharishtam is an ayurvedic herbal decoction falling under the Arishta Varga that uses the natural fermentation process for preparation. This herbal tonic imbued with Amaltas or Aragvadha and many other herbal ingredients is extremely beneficial for treating skin diseases, intestinal worms, vitiligo (leucoderma), cough and cold. It is also used to heal wounds, purify the blood, and eliminate harmful AMA doshas from the body.

Aragvadha is a Sanskrit word, means which eliminate the disease. It is used as a medicine in Ayurveda, Siddha and unani system of medicine. In Ayurveda it is mainly indicated in Skin diseases and as a mild laxative in children. escription: Moderate sized deciduous tree grows up to the height of 20 feet to 35 feet with straight trunk, Bark: greenish grey when young, slight reddish and rough when old, Leaves: alternate, 20 to 40 cm long pinnate, leaflets in 4 to 6 pairs, colour greenish, ovate with numerous nerves, Flower: bright yellowish, 5 petals, 10 stemens, Lax pendulous racemes flowering season February to April Fruits: cylindrical pod, up to 30 to 45cm long and 2 to 3cm in diameter, straight, brownish black in colour, Seeds: flat, testa very hard, smooth, numerous, present between the pulp.