Terminalia catappa (Almond) Flashcards
1
Q
Botanical name
A
Terminalia catappa
2
Q
Common name
A
Almond
3
Q
Use
A
To treat liver diseases
As an anti-inflammatory
Has anti-oxidant properties (IT IS A FRUIT)
For diarrhea and dysentery.
4
Q
Constituents
A
Egallic acid, tannins, Flavonoids, Polysterols.
5
Q
Geographical source
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Native to SOUTH-EAST Asia.
Cultivated in TROPICAL REGIONS worldwise
6
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Family
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Combretaceae
