Ramkumar Nayak/Raipur: Ayurveda medical system has been considered the best for treatment in the country since ancient times. Even today, there are many diseases which are treated using herbs and medicinal plants. Let us tell you that there is no dearth of medicinal plants in Chhattisgarh also. One of these medicinal plants is Shalmali, which people know as Semal. This plant is used for different treatments. Apart from this, Shalmali flower looks very beautiful. But its use is considered a panacea for protecting the face, bones, heat rash and sunstroke. Let us know in detail about its medicinal properties today.
Local18 To know about its medicinal properties, the team talked to Dr. Rajesh, Assistant Professor of Government Ayurvedic College located in Raipur. During this, he said that Shalmali plant is considered very effective for Ayurvedic medicine. Some such qualities are found in every part of it. Apart from this, its thorn is also considered very beneficial. He said that its thorn is rubbed on a stone and a paste is made with water. This paste is used to remove small acne spots and freckles from the face. Apart from this, with its use the complexion of our body and face becomes beautiful. Gum comes out from Shalmali tree, which is called Mocharas. It can be used in two ways.
Panacea for many diseases
Dr. Rajesh said that Mocharas is used to join bones, as a calcium binder, to prevent osteoporosis and some people use it to increase internal strength. A decoction of Picha Basti is made from Shalmali leaves, which is given to diarrhea patients. Shalmali flowers also look very beautiful. The calyx and corolla are thick like leather. If we prepare and eat vegetables from Calyx, we do not feel hot and there is no heat rash in the body. It also helps in preventing heat stroke. Its powder is also made. By making syrup of the powder and consuming it, there is no fear of heat stroke in summer.
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FIRST PUBLISHED: May 6, 2024, 16:14 IST
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