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Guava (Amrud / Amrutphalam)

Psidium guajava

ପିଜୁଳି (Pijuli)अमरूद (Amrud)Amrud / Perala
Family
Myrtaceae
Origin
Tropical America
Plant Type
Tree
Habitat
Outdoor

About the Plant

Evergreen small tree with smooth copper peeling bark; opposite elliptic coriaceous leaves with prominent veins, solitary white axillary flowers, and round edible yellow berries.

Traditional Uses

Gastroenteritis, diarrhea, toothache, diabetes, and gum inflammation

Parts Used

Leaves, fruit, root bark

Ayurvedic Properties

  • Rasa: Kashaya, Amla, Madhura
  • Guna: Guru, Ruksha
  • Virya: Sheeta
  • Vipaka: Madhura

Health Benefits

  • Antidiarrheal, lowers postprandial glucose, strengthens gums, and clears intestinal bacteria

Precautions

Excess consumption of unripe fruits can lead to constipation; seeds may trigger diverticulitis

Interesting Facts

Rich source of lycopene, exceeding tomatoes; leaves are chewed across villages to treat toothache