Aalam Vithai / Banyan Tree Seed Powder

Kingdom: Plantae

Family: Moraceae

Genus: Ficus L.

Division: Magnoliophyta

Scientific Name: Ficus benghalensis

Banyan is also known as Indian Banyan, Banyan Fig, and Ficus Benghalensis. This tree belongs to the mulberry family Moraceae. People use the leaves of this tree for traditional occasions. The native of this tree is tropical Asia. Now, it is widely cultivated in Australia, North America, Western Africa, West Indies, and the Middle East islands in the pacific ocean.

The evergreen tree will grow up to 15-20 meters in height. This tree sends aerial roots to the ground and it becomes vigorous and thicker. The root, stem, bark, flower, fruits, seeds, and leaves of this tree have various medicinal properties, so it helps to treat a lot of health problems from ancient times.

Health Benefits

• The nutritional value present in the banyan fruit helps to lower the sodium level in the body reduce the blood pressure level and prevent heart problems.
• Regular consumption of the banyan seed powder helps to boost the immunity power, so it effectively fights against various diseases.
• Another health benefit of banyan fruit is it helps to cure cancer by preventing the free radicals present in the body. It helps to prevent cervical cancer, prostate cancer, breast cancer, brain cancer, and colon cancer.
• Regular consumption of banyan seed will reduce the risk of aging problems like macular degeneration. Due to the presents of Vitamin A, C, and E, it helps to maintain good vision.
• Banyan is one of the traditional remedies to treat chronic diarrhea and dysentery.