Botanical Name

Common Name

Cajueiro

Part Used

Bark

Application

It has multifarious uses in the cosmetic, pharmaceutical and medical industries.

Possible benefit

Active Compounds

The bark and leaves of Cajueiro are a rich source of tannins, a group of phytochemicals with physiological activities. These tannins have demonstrated an anti-inflammatory effect and are astringent in nature which may be one of the reasons Cajueiro is effective in cases of diarrhea. Another group of phytochemicals named anacardic acids are found in Cashew with the highest concentration found in the nut shells.

Suggested Usage

Diabetes, cholesterol, inflammation of the throat, thrush calcium, leucorrhea

Safety

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