The White Murdan Tree information

 The White Murdan Tree/ Arjun Plant Information | 

• Sanskrit Names:

Arjuna, Dhananjaya, Arjun Sadda, Kakubha, Ksheeraswami, Sarpana, Shakrataru, Devasala

• Marathi Name: Arjun, Ain

• English Name: The White Murdan Tree

• Latin Name: Terminalia arjuna

• Hindi Names: Koh, Nadisarja, Kakubha

• Division (Class): Magnoliophyta

• Family: Combretaceae

• Genus: Terminalia

• Found In:

Indian subcontinent. In India, the Arjun tree is found in the Himalayan region, Central Indian plateau, Sahyadri ranges, and other evergreen forest areas.

• Height:

This tree grows up to 60 to 80 feet tall.

• Leaves:

The leaves are simple in type. They are oblong (oval-shaped) with a prominent midrib.

• Stem (Trunk):

The bark of this tree is whitish on the outside and pinkish on the inside. The inner wood is thick and strong.

• Flowers:

The tree flowers from March to June (spring season). The flowers are yellowish in color.

• Fruits:

The fruits resemble the front part of a dining plate ornament (ribbed structure) and have multiple ridges.

They are green when unripe and turn red when ripe.

• Bark:

The bark of this tree sheds once a year. It is whitish outside and reddish inside. The bark powder is very useful and is used in Ayurvedic medicine preparation.

• This tree is considered sacred to Swati Nakshatra.

• The bark contains calcium, magnesium, antioxidants, and anti-inflammatory properties.

• Taste: Bitter, astringent, and slightly  pungent.

• Medicinal Uses of Arjun Tree:

• The bark of the Arjun tree is a highly useful medicine. Its powder contains antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. It tastes bitter and is beneficial for heart diseases, tuberculosis, cold, and cough. It also helps reduce cholesterol levels in the body.

• A decoction made from the bark helps clear blocked arteries, strengthens the heart, and improves bone strength.

• A paste of the bark is used to reduce facial wrinkles and is also used in skin creams.

• It helps in healing stomach ulcers (internal wounds).

• It controls cholesterol and strengthens the heart.

• It is useful in reducing bleeding disorders (Raktapitta).

• It is beneficial for asthma.

• The bark powder should be taken with honey.

• In case of bone fracture, a paste made from bark powder, turmeric, salt, and soaked rice helps in bone healing.

• Some homeopathic medicines are also prepared from this plant, known as Arjuna Tincture.

• The flowers are used to prepare collyrium (eye medicine), which helps maintain eye health.

• Ayurvedic medicines like Arjunasava and Arjunarishta are prepared from its bark.

• The gum of the Arjun tree is strengthening and nutritious.

• Bark powder is beneficial when taken with milk.

⚠️ Note:

The above medicinal information is useful, but it is advisable to consult a qualified Ayurvedic doctor or physician before use.

This is the complete information about the Arjun tree The White Murdan Tree.