Mavilanga Pattai / Caper Tree Bark Powder

         A moderate-sized deciduous tree is found throughout India.  The leaves are clustered at the ends of branchlets, with a common petiole 5 to 10 cm long, at the summit of which are tree leaflets. The leaflets are ovate-lanceolate or ovate, 7.5 to 12 cm long, 4 to 6 cm wide, and pointed at the base, with a rather slender point at the tip. The petals are ovate or oblong, with the claw half as long as a limb. The fruit is ovoid or rounded, and 3 to 5 centimeters in diameters, with hard and rough rind. The seeds are about 10 centimeters in length, numerous, kidney-shaped, and embedded in a yellow pulp.

Health Benefits of  mavilanga pattai (Caper Tree Bark ):-

• The bark of the mavilangam is believed to be especially effective when used to treat infections of the urinary tract.
• It is used as cholagogues to promote the discharge of bile from the system, anthelmintic (expels worms), and anti-amoebic in both intestinal and hepatic infestations.
• The plant is very important in traditional medicine to cure urinary infections.
• The bark and leaves are used to cure rheumatic pain and swellings.
• It is used extensively in blood purification.
• The herb strengthens the bladder. It is protection against liver diseases.
• The plant is used for ornamental purposes.