Ashoka

BOTANICAL NAME: SARACA ASOCA

FAMILY: Fabaceae

SYNONYMS:

ENGLISH: Nata, Tamrapallav, Hemapushpa

HINDI: Ashoka  

TAMIL: Ashogam

TELUGU: Ashoka chettu

CHEMICAL CONSTITUENTS:

❖   Major constituents in the stem bark of Asoka are tannins (0.57%–7.85%), ash (2.43%–6.69%), and other extracts (5.74%–14.07%).

USES:

❖   Improves Menstrual Health

❖   Manages Blood Sugar Levels

❖   Treats Asthma & Respiratory Issues

❖   Helps Treat Acne

❖   Prevents Internal Bleeding

❖   Deals with Stomach Inflammation

❖   Promotes Cardiac Functioning

❖   Reduces Kidney Stones

❖   Relieves Arthritic Pain

❖    May Help Cure Depression