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Indian Kino Tree (Vijayasar / Bijaka)
Pterocarpus marsupium
ପିଆଶାଳ (Piasala)विजयसार (Vijayasar) / बीजा (Beeja)Bijaka / Asana
- Family
- Fabaceae
- Origin
- India & Sri Lanka
- Plant Type
- Tree
- Habitat
- Outdoor
About the Plant
Large deciduous timber tree with dark-brown rough bark; imparipinnate elliptic leaves, fragrant yellow pea-like panicles, and circular winged orbicular pods exuding red gum.
Traditional Uses
Diabetes mellitus, hyperlipidemia, skin disorders, and obesity
Parts Used
Heartwood, bark
Ayurvedic Properties
- Rasa: Tikta, Kashaya
- Guna: Laghu, Ruksha
- Virya: Sheeta
- Vipaka: Katu
Health Benefits
- Lowers blood glucose, regenerates pancreatic beta cells, and controls dyslipidemia
Precautions
Monitor blood glucose closely to prevent hypoglycemia when taken alongside medications
Interesting Facts
Water kept overnight in tumblers made of Indian Kino heartwood turns blue-brown and is drunk for diabetes