Soapberry fruit (Puskas Kaai)

Kingdom: Plantae 

Subkingdom: Tracheobionta 

Family: Sapindaceae 

Genus: Sapindus L.

Species: Sapindus mukorossi Gaertn.

The scientific name of soapberry is Sapindus mukorossi, it belongs to the Sapindaceae family. It is one of the Ayurvedic medicines native to the tropical and subtropical regions of America, Asia, and Pacific islands. The nuts of this tree come in berry size that has to split open and dry under the sun, it produces dark golden shells.

The shells of this berry contain a high amount of saponins that helps to remove oils and dirt from the clothes. This herbal plant has versatile use, which is used as a substitute for soaps, detergents, and cleaners.

Health Benefits

• Soapberries are very safe to wash the skin that helps to prevent many skin problems.
• Using soapberries is a traditional method to reduce hair falls.
• Due to the medicinal properties of soapberries, it helps to prevent the growth of tumor cells.
• The hair cleaning properties of this herb helps to reduce dandruff.
• It has a good amount of anti-venom properties, so it helps to treat snakes and scorpion bites.