Introduction of Rohitak (Rohitaka)
Rohitak is a medium-sized evergreen tree found in arid and semi-arid regions. It belongs to the family of Bignoniaceae. The bark of the tree is rich in anti- syphilitic, anti-leucorrhoeic properties. Diseases that can be treated with the use of Rohitak are piles, indigestion, jaundice, diabetes, intestinal worms, and leucorrhea.
Botanical Name Tecomella undulata
Useful Parts Bark
Names in Different Languages English: Rohida Tree.
Hindi: Rugtrora.
Malayalam: Cemmaram.
Tamil: Malampuluvan.
Kannada: Mullumuntala.
Punjabi: Laberra.
Gujarati: Rohido.
Hindi: Rugtrora.
Malayalam: Cemmaram.
Tamil: Malampuluvan.
Kannada: Mullumuntala.
Punjabi: Laberra.
Gujarati: Rohido.
Health benefits of Rohitak (Rohitaka)
- Treat urinary disorders.
- The bark obtained from the stem is used as a remedy for syphilis. .
- Prevents leucoderma.
- Treat liver diseases.
- Cures enlargement of the spleen.
- The decoction made from the bark of the Rohitak is found effective in the treatment of diabetes.
- Jaundice can be managed with Rohitak.
- Ayurvedic formulations made from Rohitak are effective in reducing intestinal worms, anorexia, and indigestion.
Ayurvedic medicines include Rohitak (Rohitaka) as an ingredient
- Kalmeghasav.
- Ashoka compound.
- Rohitaka arishta.
- Akliv tablet and syrup.
- Yakrut shula vinashini vatika.
Various diseases that can be managed with Rohitak are jaundice, anorexia, intestinal worms, liver diseases, leucoderma, syphilis, indigestion, etc.