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Sal Tree (Sarai / Shala)
Shorea robusta
ଶାଳ (Sala)साल (Saal) / सखुआ (Sakhua)Shala
- Family
- Dipterocarpaceae
- Origin
- Indian subcontinent
- Plant Type
- Tree
- Habitat
- Outdoor
About the Plant
Large majestic straight-trunked deciduous tree; ovate-oblong leathery leaves, and dense panicles of creamy-yellow fragrant flowers yielding valuable dammar resin.
Traditional Uses
Fractures, chronic ulcers, dysentery, and excessive vaginal discharge
Parts Used
Resin (dammar), bark, leaves
Ayurvedic Properties
- Rasa: Kashaya
- Guna: Guru, Ruksha
- Virya: Sheeta
- Vipaka: Katu
Health Benefits
- Heals bone fractures, cures chronic dysentery, and cleanses infected wounds
Precautions
Resin is heating; use in recommended therapeutic doses only
Interesting Facts
Revered tree under which the Jain Tirthankara Mahavira and Gautama Buddha attained milestones