Friday, September 16, 2016

Indian Almond Tree - Ketapang


Indian Almond Tree a.k.a Ketapang

-Tannin and a black dye can be extracted from the leaves.
-In Thailand, Siamese Fighting Fish breeders have traditionally used the leaves to create more natural conditions for their captive fish.
-In India and Pakistan, juice of the leaves is used as a folk remedy against various ailments that damages the skin, such as scabies and leprosy, while the leaves themselves are used to dress rheumatic joints.
-In traditional Samoan medicine, the leaves are believed to be effective in treating wounds, eye problems and rheumatism.
-In the Philippines, the leaves are ingested by people suffering from intestinal parasites.
-In parts of South-East Asia, the leaves are believed to be effective against dysentery.
-In Taiwan, fallen leaves are believed to cure or hamper ailments pertaining to the liver.
-In Mexico, the leaves are said to help stop bleeding when a tooth is extracted.
-In various parts of South America, young leaves are believed to help get rid of colic in babies.


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