White Teak (Gambhari / Kashmari)

About the Plant

Medium-to-large deciduous timber tree; broad opposite cordate-ovate leaves with star-shaped hairs, and terminal tomentose panicles of yellow and brown bell-shaped flowers.

Traditional Uses

Fever, gout, vertigo, emaciation, and post-partum weakness

Parts Used

Roots, stem bark, fruits

Ayurvedic Properties

• Rasa: Tikta, Kashaya, Madhura
• Guna: Guru, Snigdha
• Virya: Ushna
• Vipaka: Madhura

Health Benefits

• Relieves fever, improves appetite, enhances lactation, and heals neuromuscular debility

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Tree / Plant Leaves Flowers Fruits / Seeds