- Botanical Name : Cissus quadrangularis
- English Name : Veldt Grape
- Sanskrit Name : Asthishrinkhala
- Malayalam Name : Changalamparanda (ചങ്ങലംപരണ്ട)
- Part Used : Whole Plant
Overview
- Cissus quadrangularis, a perennial plant of the grape family, is commonly known as veldt grape, winged treebine, or adamant creeper. It is native to tropical Asia, the Arabian Peninsula, and much of Africa.
- Used for bone health and weight loss, it is also employed locally for conditions such as diabetes, high cholesterol, hemorrhoids, and more.
Habitat
- Native to the tropical rainforests of Java, it features large, colorful leaves blending into shades of green, silver, and purple with the underside and vines presenting a deep burgundy to purple shad.
Phytochemistry
- The plant’s stem contains A and β-amyrins, β-sitosterol, ketosetosterol, phenols, tannins, vitamins, carotene, calcium oxalate, 31 methyl tritiacontanoic acid, taraxeryl acetate, taraxerol iso-pentadecanoic acid, calcium ions, and phosphorus.
Nutritional Prowess
- Revered for medicinal properties for many years, it treats conditions like hemorrhoids, gout, asthma, and allergies.
- Recent research indicates benefits for bone health, joint pain relief, and protection against chronic conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, and stroke.
- Fortifies bones and joints with calcium, magnesium, and antioxidant resveratrol, promoting proper bone cell growth and regeneration.
- Regulates the digestive process, acting as an antimicrobial agent and maintaining gut health.
- Protects the hepatic system with vitamin C, triterpenoids, and beta-sitosterol, shielding against liver disorders.
- Acts as an aphrodisiac, restoring sexual function with powerful antioxidants.
- Efficiently detoxifies the body with vitamin C and flavonoids, flushing out harmful remnants.
Dermatological Perks
- Exhibits anti-inflammatory properties.
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