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.
