Range. Tropical Asia. Found growing in natural gullies and mountain slopes of Myanmar, including in Chin, Kachin, Kayin, areas around Pyinmana, and other evergreen forests.
Uses
Bark, Fruit, and Seed (oil): (bitter and hot) have healing properties. Can be used to induce vomiting and neutralize poisons, as well as to alleviate aches, indigestion, flatulence, and infections.
Bark: An ingredient in medicines to reduce fever.
Fruit: Eaten as a remedy for leprous sores, boils, and vomiting. Applied topically for aches and pains; the oil is known for its blood-purifying properties. As the oil has heat, it can kill germs and is most commonly used to treat leprosy and other skin infections.
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Origin:
Assam and Tripura.
Action:
Antileprotic, dermatic, febrifuge, sedative. Used parenterally for leprosy; also for psoriasis, eczema and dermatitis.
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Origin
Mizoram, Northeast India
Parts used
Flower, fruit: Eczema, acne, sore
Leaf: Wart
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