‘Parrot’s Beak’
What is Gmelina Philippensis used for?
Medicinal: Its fruit is mixed with lime to treat cough. The juice of its fruit is applied to eczema of the feet. The juice of its roots is used as a purgative and in treating fatigue. The extract of its roots is used internally as a stimulant, resolvent, and in treating diseases of the joints and nerves.
What are the benefits of Gmelina tree?
Plant parts are used in the treatment of fever, gonorrhea, cough, wounds, ulcers, leprosy, and blood diseases. It is also used as a laxative, antidote to poisons, and blood purifier. Further, gmelina is a pioneer species that can be planted in reforestation programs to restore native woodland.
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