Desi Babul Tree Medicinal Uses and Health Benefits

Acacia Nilotica is english name of Babul tree. This medicinal plant is called Desi Babul or Kikar (Hindi) in India.

Babool is also called babul babur, barburah vavari, black babool and Indian gum Arabic tree. Babul is a word of sanskrit language which means ‘that which binds stool’. This tree belongs to Mimosaceae family and is known as shimbi kul in Ayurveda. This is a very dense shrub having a spherical crown, with lots of health advantages.

Babul Tree Gums and Teeth Benefits

In ancient times the bark of babool tree was used like toothbrush to clean teeth. Even today many rural and tribal people use babool bark or branch pieces to brush teeth. Babool gives strength to gums and reduces plaque. It also results freshness to breath.

Babul Tree ‘Phali’ Powder for Knee and Joint Pain

Babul phali powder is very useful for knee pain, especially in old aged people. For those who have joint pain in the body, can also take babul phali powder after consultation of doctor.

Quick wounds healer

Due to its nutritive, cooling and aphrodisiac properties babool acts as a tonic for liver. The fruits of babool tree are helpful in healing wounds and fractures. The powder of the dry babool fruits can be consumed in the shape of capsules and tablet/pills. You can also sprinkle babool fruit powder on wounds directly for quick relief. Its cooling element reduces inflammation and gives relief. Gum (gond) of babul leaves is helpful in stopping the flow of blood from wounds.

Balool is also beneficial in protecting us from throat related problems like cold and cough. Gum of babool is frequently used by herbalists to cure sore throat.

Babool’s bark, leaves and fruits are used by herbalists to treat fever, gonorrhea, diarrhea, diabetes, eye-watering, dysentery, excessive bleeding, blood clotting and leucorrhoea.

Skin treatment

Babool leaves and bark are also useful in getting rid of itching and dryness. In winters, dry skin is a big problem. By applying the paste of babool leaves to the itching area, you can get relief. Due to its anti-inflammatory properties, babool leaves are good fir treating various other skin related problems too.

Babul plant is also beneficial for maintaining a young look. It nourishes skin and gives it a shiny appearance. It is used by cosmetic companies to make astringents and skin cleaners. You can also dip the leaves of babool in your bath water for a refreshing bath.

Controls hair fall

Babool leaves are also good for the health of hair. To control hair fall, apply the paste of babool leaves on sclap. After 30 minutes wash your hair with a good quality shampoo. Always use warm water to wash your hair.

Minor Eye problems

For treating watering eyes problem, which is scientifically known as epiphora, 250 gram of babool leaves are advised to be boiled in two litres of water. Boil the leaves till one quarter of water is left. Filter this water and keep it in a water tight bottle. Paint your eyes with this water twice a day for 40 to 45 minutes, preferably in the morning and at night before sleep. Then wash your eyes with fresh water.

Cures stomach problems

The flowers of babool tree are good for the health of liver also. Babool flowers are suggested to be eaten when you are suffereing from diarrhea. It is very difficult to eat these flowers because of their bitter taste. You can make powder or paste of babool flowers and fill it in capsules. Two capsules in a day will give relief from stomach related problems.For curing diarrhea, tender leaves of babool tree are suggested to be eaten with black and white cumin seeds for better relief.