English: Devil’s tree, Dita Bark tree Hindi: Chattiyan, Saittan ka jat Sanskrit: Saptaparnah, Saptachadah Tamil: Elilappalai, Palai Folk: Chhitavan, Sataunaa
What is Saptaparna?
Saptaparna, also known as White Cheesewood, is an herbal plant that has historically been used in various medical meal and treatment preparations. Like an evergreen tree, it can grow upwards of 40yards tall. The tree has thick and brittle bark. For medical purposes, bark, latex, flowers, and leaves are used. Saptaparna may have anti-cancer properties and is used to treat diseases caused by tridosha. Additionally, it works to prevent bacteria growth and treat skin diseases.
Common forms of Saptaparna:
Raw Herb, Extract, Powder, Oil
Saptaparna is commonly used for:
Preventing bacteria growth
Treating skin diseases
Minimizing allergies
Treating threadworms and roundworms
Reducing fever
Treating dyspnea
Treating headache
Purifying blood
Regulating blood sugar levels
Saptaparna Dosage
Powder: 2-3g Decoction: 50-100ml
Saptaparna Side-effects and Warnings
Common side-effects: May cause irritability and stuffy nose. Not so common side-effects: Not known. Pregnant or Nursing Mothers: Consult a physician before use. Children: Not known.
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