Neermaruth

  • Star Name : Swati
  • Plant Name : Neermaruth
  • Botanical Name : Terminalia arjuna
  • Family Name : Veera vriksha/ Arjun tree
  • Malayalam Name : Neermaruth (നീർമരുത്)
  • Planted on : 15/08/2022
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Planted in the memory of Ram Prasad Bismil on the occasion of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav
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Overview & Habitat

  • Terminalia arjuna, commonly referred to as Arjuna, is a potent force in traditional Indian medicine found extensively along riverbanks and in the foothills of the Indian subcontinent.
  • For centuries, the Arjuna tree has served as a silent warrior in the fight against heart disease and various ailments.
  • The tree embodies the resilience and efficacy of Ayurvedic treatments.
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Description

  • Terminalia arjuna is a perennial evergreen tree, towering up to 25 m in height.
  • The tree has a smooth grey bark that peels in large, papery strips.
  • Its branches spread out like a protective canopy, offering shade, shelter, and life-saving compounds.
  • The leaves are dark green, elliptical, typically 10-15 cm in length, with a slightly leathery texture.
  • Though the leaves may not look extraordinary, they possess hidden benefits.

Flowers

  • The flowers of Terminalia arjuna are tiny and yellowish-white, blooming inconspicuously between March and June.
  • The tree’s reproductive prowess is significant, though the flowers are easy to overlook.

Fruits

  • The fruit is a five-angled, woody structure that ripens in September, releasing seeds crucial for propagation.
  • Medicinal secrets are extracted from the fruits and the bark.

Leaves

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Uses

  • Arjuna bark is rich in flavonoids, tannins, and glycosides that improve cardiac function, reduce cholesterol, and enhance heart efficiency.
  • Modern research has validated arjuna’s potential in managing coronary artery disease, hypertension, and heart failure.
  • The bark also has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, expanding its therapeutic applications.
  • Traditional practitioners use arjuna to treat wounds, digestive disorders, and asthma.
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