Indian trumpet tree

Oroxylum indicum

Traditionally attributed effects: astringent, bitter tonic, stomachic, pain-relieving, induces sweating; for diarrhoea, dysentery, acute rheumatism, oedema, ear infection; young fruit carminative, seeds laxative.

Safety notes

Traditional use is no proof of effectiveness; if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication or have a medical condition, consult a doctor or pharmacist.

Preparation

Bark powder 5–15 g; tea or decoction 14–56 ml; medicinal oil in the ear; part of 'dashamula'.

Use in traditions

Described in the Ayurvedic materia medica. Sanskrit name: Shyonaka. The large, sword-shaped pods hang from the bare tree like swords; it is the 'tree of Damocles'. The root bark (shyonaka) is one of the ten roots of dashamula. In Thailand and Indonesia the young pods are eaten.

Applications

Use by tradition

How different herbal traditions describe this herb. Amounts are traditional guidelines checked for obvious errors; they are not medical advice. For poisonous plants no dosage is given on purpose.

Ayurvedic materia medica

Attributed effects

Astringent, bitter tonic, stomachic, pain-relieving, induces sweating; for diarrhoea, dysentery, acute rheumatism, oedema, ear infection; young fruit carminative, seeds laxative.

Preparation and amount

Bark powder 5–15 g; tea or decoction 14–56 ml; medicinal oil in the ear; part of 'dashamula'.

Ways to prepare herbs: Tea (infusion)Decoction Powder and kitchen

Sources

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