| Name: Black Catechu |
| Biological
Name: Acacia catechu
Leguminosae
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| Other
Names: Cutch, Dark Catechu, Black Catechu |
| Parts
Used: Extract from leaves and young shoots |
Active Compounds:
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Tannins, catechin, phlobatannins including catechutanninc acid
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Flavonoids including quercitin, quercetrin, fisetin
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Miscellaneous; gums and resins, pigments.
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| Remedies
For:
Astringent
The herb may be used in chronic
diarrhea, dysentery and chronic catarrh. Useful for arresting excessive mucous discharges and checking
hemorrhages, it is also recommended as a local application for sore mouths and gums. Some research has shown Acacia catachu to be hypotensive
This herb was used for treating chronic
diarrhea, chronic catarrh, colliquative diarrhea & chronic dysentery.
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| Description:
This herb is found in India and Burma. |
| Dosage:
An infusion may be made with 0.3 - 2 g of the dried herb.
The tincture is 1:5 in 45% alcohol at a dose of between 2.5-5 ml.
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| Safety:
No information is available. |