Cutch Tree / Heart Wood Tree Powder / Karingali Podi

Kingdom: Plantae

Family: Fabaceae

Genus: Senegalia Raf.

Species: Senegalia catechu

Scientific Name: Acacia catechu

Cutch trees are also called black cutch, black catechu. The botanical name of this tree is Acacia catechu belongs to the Fabaceae family. The native of this thorny tree in Northern India, Pakistan, and Nepal. Now, it is occasionally planted in Burma, Thailand, and India.

The wood, twig, and bark of this tree are used for medicinal purposes. It is used to prepare Khadiraristha. The cutch tree is one of the famous herbs used to treat skin problems and manage blood-related problems. It acts as a great skin rejuvenating herb and blood purifier.

Health Benefits

• Consuming the cutch tree powder with a glass of water twice per day helps to treat obesity.
• Using the decoction prepared by using a cutch tree helps to quickly heal the wound.
• Applying the paste of the cutch tree twice per day provides better relief from chest congestion.
• Consuming the mixture of cutch tree powder, turmeric powder, and honey is a good herbal remedy for cough.
• Consuming an equal amount of cutch tree powder with cinnamon is a good remedy for diarrhea.
• The soothing and cooling properties of this cutch tree help to cure stomach ulcers and oral ulcers.
• It helps to treat vomiting, nausea, and motion sickness.
• The cutch tree powder effectively fights against various allergies.
• Regular consumption of this acacia catechu powder helps to reduce stress levels and cure sleeping disorders.
• The anti-mycotic and anti-diarrhoeal properties of this herb help to boost immunity powder.
• It improves blood circulation and reduces cholesterol levels.
• This plant is strongly astringent that reduces excess mucous in the large bowel, nose, and vagina.
• It is effectively treated hemorrhoids, nose bleeds, bedsores, skin eruptions, sore throat, mouth ulcers, dental infections, etc.
• The medicinal properties of the seeds and leaves of the catch tree powder help to treat skin problems.

How To Use Acacia catechu powder

The acacia catechu is traditionally used in various forms like extract, decoction, mouthwash, gargles, and powder. The dosage of each form depends on age, health, and other factors. SO, it is better to consult with the ayurvedic doctor to know the right dosage level.

Internally

Take a required amount of acacia catechu powder and mix it in 100 ml of water, heat that water for a few minutes. Filter the water content after it gets warm and drinks it before food. Repeat this same process after dinner in the evening.

Externally

Massage the acacia catechu powder over the teeth and gum to get the best result.