Babul is a tree growing to 65 ft (20 m) with hard, rust-brown bark and feathery leaves. Small, bright yellow flower heads produce pods upto 6 in (15 cm) long, native to North Africa.
Plant Description
History
Types & Varieties
Mechanism of Action
Additional Information
Key Actions
• Astringent
• Demulcent
• Aphrodisiac
• AnthelMintic
• Anti-Microbial
• Anti-Diarrheal• Root used against
• Cancers and/or tumors of ear, Eye, or testicles,
• Tuberculosis and
• Indurations of Liver and spleen).• Leaf
• Chemoprventive,
• anti-mutagenic,
• anti-bacterial,
• Anti-Cancer,
• Astringent,
• Anti-Microbial activity• Gum
• Astringent,
• emollient,
• Liver tonic,
• anti-pyretic
• Anti-Asthmatic• Stem bark
• Anti-bacterial,
• anti-oxidant,
• anti-mutagenic,
• cytotoxic• Bark is used as
• Astringent,
• acrid cooling,
• styptic,
• emollient,
• anthelMintic,
• aphrodisiac,
• Diuretic,
• Expectorant,
• emetic,
• nutritive,
• in hemorrhage, Wound ulcers, Leprosy, leucoderma, small pox, Skin diseases,
• biliousness,
• burning sensation,
• toothache,
• leucoderma,
• dysentery and
• seminal weakness• Trunk bark used for
• cold,
• Bronchitis,
• Diarrhea,
• dysentery,
• biliousness,
• bleeding piles and
• leucoderma• Seeds
• Spasmogenic activity
• anti-plasmodial activity• Pods
• anti-hypertensive
• Anti-Spasmodic,
• anti-diarrhoerial,
• Astringent,
• anti-fertility and
• against HIV-1 PR, Inhibited HIV-1 induced cythopathogenicity,
• anti-platelet aggregatory activity and
• anti-oxidant
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Usable Parts
Bark.
Directions of Preparation
• Consume 2g seeds with warm water twice (2) a day.
For Anemia
• Take one (1) tablespoon each of Babul Gum, Basil and Purslane. Fry in some Olive Oil for 10 minutes. Now soak it in one (1) cup Rose water. Take one (1) tablespoon thRice (3) a day.
For bed wetting
• Take dry pods and fry in oil, then take 4-5 grams with hot Milk twice (2) a day.
• Fry one (1) tablespoon Coriander seeds till brown. Grind it with tablespoon each of Pomegranate flowers, Sesame Seeds and Babul Gum. Make a fine powder and add brown sugar in equal quantity. Take one (1) tablespoon at bedtime.For Diabetes
• Chew some of its Gum.
For Conjunctivitis
• Make a paste of the leaves with water. Fold it in a clean cloth and put it over the closed Eyes at bedtime.
For Eye diseases
• Make its leave paste and tie it in a piece of cloth, then use as a poultice.
For Anti-Microbial
• Extract juice from the stem and take one (1) teaspoon of it daily.
For anti-mutagenic
• Take a 1/4 tsp flower extract once a day.For dysentery
• It bears anti-dysenteric property (useful to prevent or curbs dysentery/bloody dysentery. Put a tablespoon of crushed roots in a glass of water. Leave it overnight. Next morning, strain and drink frequently.
For Diarrhea
• Make a decoction of the Gum and have 10 ml of it once a day.
or
• Mix 1/4 tablespoon powdered Gum of Babul in some water. soak some leaves in water for 1 hour. Take the infusion with small quantity of black Cumin.
• Boil one (1) cup Babul bark in one (1) litre water and sieve it. Add powdered indian pennywort in it. Also add the powder of 4 black Peppercorns, 2 Cardamom, Cinnamon, 2 Cloves, 1/4 Nutmeg and 1/2 tablespoon Long Pepper. Mix it and leave it for a month before it is taken for medicinal use. Take one tablespoon twice a day.For spermatorrhea
• Dry the seedless pods in shade and grind. Mix equal quantity of palm sugar and store. Take 1/2 tablespoon with one (1) glass of Milk at night.
or
• Take equal quantities of Babul Gum and chebulic myrobalan. Grind. Take 1/2 tablespoon with 1 tablespoon of Raw Honey for ten (10) days.For premature ejaculation
• Take fresh pods/Fruit daily to provide strength to the male Reproductive organs.
For sore throat
• Chew a small portion of the Gum or Boil one (1) tablespoon of crushed bark in a glass of water, add some rocksalt and gargle.
For Gum diseases
• Chew a piece of bark daily or prepare a decoction by boiling one (1) tablespoon tender leaves in 2 cups of water and gargle.
• Take some water in an earthenware container. soak some crushed bark in it for few hours and gargle.
• Use the powdered bark as tooth powder.
or
• Grind one (1) cup each of the bark of Babul and Neem. Add one (1) tablespoon each of powdered Cubeb, Long Pepper and rock salt. Use after every meal as a tooth powder.For Tonsillitis
• Prepare a decoction of its bark. Add 2g salt in one (1) cup of the decoction. Gargle 2-3 times a day.
For Gingivitis (Periodontitis)
• Take a small piece of its fresh bark, wash and chew it twice (2) a day.
For dental diseases
• Cut its stem in small pieces and chew one (1) piece daily in the morning.
For Sexual Impotence
• Chew some Gum.
For sexual disorders
• Fry 1/4 tablespoon powdered Gum in one (1) tablespoon ghee and take it daily with (1) glass Milk.
For sexual debility
• Its pods cure sexual debility (in men) and all its symptoms (premature ejaculation, spermatorrhea, watery semen, nocturnal emission).
• Dry the seedless pods in the shade, then powder them. Add an equal weight of brown sugar to the powder and mix well. Take 4-6 grams of the mixture with warm Milk in the morning.
• The fresh pods are used to treat sexual debility. It strengthen the both male and female Reproductive organs.For Cough
• It has Expectorant effect (expels out the phlegm and relieves chest troubles). Take 1/4 tablespoon leaves paste with one (1) tablespoon of Raw Honey and warm water or chew the Gum to cures Cough.
For dryness
• Chew a small portion of the Gum.
For Wounds
• Grind the tender leaves and apply (or dust the powdered bark) or Boil the crushed bark in water and wash off Wounds with it.
For Burns
• Make and apply a paste of Babul Gum, Turmeric powder and Coconut Oil.
For Eczema
• Boil 3 tablespoon Babul powdered bark and Mango in 4 cups of water. Foment the affected area with the vapours and anoint with clarified Butter.
For Leucorrhoea
• A decoction of bark is used as a vaginal shower.
For loose vagina
• Make a decoction from fresh pods and wash the vagina with the decoction. It is helpful in tightening the loose vaginal muscles after delivery.
Recommended Dosage
Its Active Constituents:
• Babul contain:
• Tannins (12–20%),
• Mucilage,
• Flavonoids.
• Alkaloids,
• Volatile Essential Oils,
• Phenols and Phenolic Glycosides,
• Resins,
• Oleosins,
• Steroids,
• Terpenes,
• PhlobaTannin,
• Gallic acid,
• Protocatechuic acid,
• Pyrocatechol,
• Catechin ([+] Catechin, [-] epi-galloCatechin-7-gallate and [-] epigalloCatechin-5, 7-digallate)
Precaution:
* Do not take Babul internally for more than 2–3 weeks.
Health Benefits of Babul
Bones
• Babul can cure degeneration of the Bones and the cartilages of the joints.
• Collect the Fruits and dry, then powder and have a teaspoon every day with warm water.
• Make a tincture and take ten (10) drops daily till cured.
• For prevention, take the treatment for one (1) month every year.
Foods & Bones
Cardiovascular System
• Acacia anti-hyperLipidemic action exert significant anti-Lipidemic action that helps to reduce the levels of total Cholesterol and LDL Cholesterol.
• It can help reduce the risk of life-threatening diseases (such as Myocardial Infarction and cerebrovascular Stroke).
• It could be beneficial for the patients at a risk of heart diseases as it raises the level of HDL Cholesterol and also reduces the triglyceride levels.
Foods & Cardiovascular System
Diabetes
• Acacia has anti-diabetic properties which is believed to benefit the diabetic patients in controlling their blood sugar levels.
• Its Gum stimulates insulin released from the pancreas and lowers blood-sugar levels.
Foods & Diabetes
Eye
• Babul Eyewash is beneficial to Conjunctivitis and other Eye problems.
• The leaves of Babul tree are very effective for Conjunctivitis by eradicating pain and redness.
• Babul leaves treats watering in the Eyes (Epiphora).
Foods & Eye
Infections
• Babul on the protease activities and growth of periodontopathic bacteria have shown encouraging results.
• Babul has shown to possess strong anti-bacterial activity against the Strains of a range of micro-organisms (including actinobacillus actinomycetemcomitans, porphyromonas gingivalis, capnocytophaga spp., treponema denticola and prevotella intermedia).
• Babul Gum action against the periodontal pathogens and the associated enzymes proves its value in the treatment of Infections.
• It can be used to prevent Infections in the oral cavity, especially the tooth and the Gums.
• It is effective in curbing cold, wheezing (Cough), throat Infection (like tonsils).
• It is a good herbal treatment in curing the urinary disorders (like urination inflammation, urination tract Infections) and piles.
Foods & Infections
Intestine
• Babul bark infusion or decoction of the Gum or Syrups can be used to treat Diarrhea.
• Its flowers are an effective treatment for loose motions (dysentery), Cholera and loose stool (Diarrhea) along with intestinal pain.
• Babul is strongly Astringent, thus used to contract and toughen mucous membranes throughout the body same way as Witch Hazel (Hamamelis virginiana) or Oak bark (Quercus robur).
• Its leaves, flowers and pods are used to expel worms.
Foods & Intestine
Men Health
• Babul fresh pods are used to treat sexual disorders like spermatorrhea, premature ejaculation, watery semen and night discharges in men.
• It helps in treating sexual debility among men (such as impotency).
Foods & Men Health
Musculoskeletal System
• Acacia Gum has a naturally sticky texture is often used to reduce irritation and inflammation.
• Babul Gum can help in the faster repair of the affected tissues and also useful to soothe the Skin RAshes, inflammation, soreness, and Burns.
• It is beneficial in combating pain in the ear.
• It is beneficial in curing the body sores and nerve damage caused due to Leprosy.
Foods & Musculoskeletal System
Oral & Dental
• Its effective for periodontal Infections.
• Its lotion is useful for treating bleeding Gums.
• Its gargled for easing the irritation of sore throats.
• Babul can be used in dental products like mouthwash to prevent Gingivitis (Periodontitis). Powdered acacia can also be used in a type of herbal toothpaste that’s been shown to clean teeth without being too abrasive to the surface of the teeth.
• Babul acts as an anti-plaque agent for the teeth. A plaque is a soft and sticky film built up on the teeth. It contains bacteria, which cause Infection and damage to the enamel of the teeth.
• The herb can be beneficial in the prevention of cavity formation (formed in the teeth due to a decay resulting from the plaques deposited on them).
• Regular brushing of teeth using a toothpaste containing Babul can help to remove the plaque and prevent the cavity formation.
• Chewing fresh bark of Babul tree daily strengthens loose teeth and treats bleeding Gums.
• Babul is beneficial in curing oral ailments (like Mouth Ulcers, tooth degradation, and Bad Breath) and maintaining the health of both Gums and teeth.
Foods & Dental
Reproductive Health
• It is also effective in treating the venereal disease syphilis.
Foods & Reproductive Health
Respiratory System
• Acacia Gum can also help control Coughs. The properties of Acacia Gum allow it to be used in solutions to coat throat and protect the mucus in the throat from irritation.
• Its gargled to suppress the Coughing up of blood.
• Babul pods help to remove catarrhal and phlegm from bronchial tubes.
• Its a good herbal treatment for curing Respiratory ailments (i.e. Asthma, Bronchitis).
Foods & Respiratory System
Skin Health
• Acacia chemicals (such as Alkaloids, Glycosides, and Flavonoids) are often used in topical treatments to help Wounds heal (lead to quicker Wound healing than the standard treatment).
• Pouring an acacia-infused tea on cuts is an effective remedy, helpful for stopping heavy bleeding and washing bacteria from the cut.
• Acacia arabica can be used as a homeostatic and anti-bacterial agent to assist in the rapid healing of Wounds.
• The homeostatic action of the biopolymers can be potential Materials usable for Wound dressing, hastens the blood coagulation and can also help to shorten the prothrombin time and the partial thromboplastin time.
• They also produce an anti-bacterial activity against the organisms known to infect the Wounds.
• Babul Gum soothes inflammation and reduces Skin irritation.
• Babul bark wash is useful to heal Wounds and treat Eczema.
• Australian wattle (Acacia decurrens) is a strongly antiseptic herb used to treat conditions where the Skin or mucous membranes need tightening or protecting.
Foods & Skin Health
The Brain & Nervous System
• Babul is a good herbal treatment for curbing and preventing brain related ailments (like meningitis).
Foods & Nervous System
Weight Management
• Babul can help to reduce the levels of Cholesterol and in the treatment of hyperCholesterolemia.
• Acacia Gum contains water-soluble dietary Fibers (WSDF) that are not only good Fiber for diet but also helpful in keeping the Cholesterol under control.
• Babul Gum has the potential to reduce overall body fat and keep the weight in a healthy range. Take 30 grams per day of Acacia Gum for six (6) weeks.
Foods & Weight Management
Women Health
• Its also beneficial in treating the women related problems (like Menopause, promotes proper mensuration cycle) and takes care of vaginal problems related to discharge (like Leucorrhea).
• Babul douche is helpful for excessive vaginal discharge.
Foods & Women Health
