Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Tracheophytes
Family: Combretaceae
Genus: Terminalia
Species: T. bellirica
In the traditional Indian Ayurvedic medicine, Bellerica is known as Bibhitaki. Bellerica is botanically known as Terminalia bellirica. It is a large tree that is grown in the forest of South and Southeast Asia. This tree plays an important role in Unani, Ayurvedic, and Chinese medicines, the medicinal properties help to cure various health problems.
The native of this herbal tree in South Asia, it will grow up to 50 meters in height. This tree has thick, brown-gray bark with deep longitudinal grooves. The flowers are normally blooming in the summer season, which is a small and pale greenish-yellow color. The flowers have a strong offensive odor.
Health Benefits
- Bellerica has a good amount of antidepressant properties, so it is used to get better relief from anxiety and stress.
- The anti-ulcer properties of this herb help to effectively fight against stomach ulcers.
- It is one of the traditional medicines to treat respiratory problems.
- Due to the anti-diabetic properties of this herb, it is one of the best ayurvedic medicines for diabetes.
- Traditionally, this herb is also used to treat cancer.
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