Tamarix dioica
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Summary
Source: WikipediaTamarix dioica is a twiggy shrub or small tree that grows in saline habitats in western Asia. Common names include ghaz and khagal in Pakistan, lal jhau, urusia, ban jhau, nona-gach, urichiya in Bangladesh and nona jhau in the Sunderbans.
Description
A small tree. It grows 3 m high. The bark is red-brown. The leaves form a sheath. The flowers are simple and in a loose compound arrangement.
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Edible Uses
Manna produced by the tree is used in confectionery.
Traditional Uses
Manna from the tree is used in confectionary.
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Medicinal Uses
Tamarix dioica is used in traditional medicine as a diuretic and a carminative, as an astringent, and for the treatment of inflammation of the liver and spleen. An extract of the leaves has been shown to have antifungal activity. Phytochemical screening reveals the presence of several unusual phytochemicals and further investigation needs to be undertaken to determine whether any of these are a potential source of useful drugs.
Distribution
It is native from Iran to India.
Where It Grows
Afghanistan, Asia, Bangladesh, Central Asia, Himalayas, India, Iran, Middle East, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, SE Asia, Tajikistan,
Notes
There are 54 Tamarix species.
Also Known As
Byaing-chedauk, Gyogyi, Jhau, Kachlei, Khau, Lal-jhau, Nirumari, Palivela, Pilchi, Pisula, Rgelta
References (3)
- Ambasta, S.P. (Ed.), 2000, The Useful Plants of India. CSIR India. p 619
- Barwick, M., 2004, Tropical and Subtropical Trees. A Worldwide Encyclopedic Guide. Thames and Hudson p 403
- Nov. pl. sp. 185. 1821
