Aplenty Nagkesar – Ochrocarpus Longifolius | Cobra’S Saffron | Mesua Ferrea L | Ceylon Ironwood | Penaga Lilin | Indian Rose Chestnut

Description

Mesua ferrea Linn, also known as Nagkesar in Hindi, and Ceylon ironwood in English is a tree with high medicinal and ornamental value. Mesua ferrea or nagkesar is a medium to a large-sized evergreen tree with a short trunk widely distributed in Kerala, Assam, Tamil Nādu, Western, and the Eastern Ghats in India. The flowers and leaves of Nagkesar are used for a variety of health conditions.

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• One of the main applications of Nagkesar is that the paste obtained from its flowers is used in the treatment of bleeding piles.
• The flower stem of Nagkesar contains anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties.
• The paste obtained from its flowers is helpful in excessive sweating and can also be used as a perfume for bad odors.
• The flowers of Nagkesar have also been used as a laxative and astringent.
• Cobra’S Saffron also contain stomachic (promoting digestion) properties.