Hindi Name : BhojpatraSanskrit Name: Bhurjapatra
English Name : Himalayan Birch
Latin Name : Betula utilis D. Don Pennel
A moderate sized tree with papery brownish-white bark found in groups at timberline in Himalayas. The thin layers of bark are used in Ayurveda.
Application
The papery layer of Birch bark is considered to be highly astringent agent. By virtue of such quality its external use is recommended as styptic (to stop bleeding) and to
stop any purulent discharge. Hence it is used more often to clean the wounds. Ayurveda also uses Birch in many formulations for obesity and other disorders of lipid
metabolism. It has been described to be effective herb for treatment of obesity.
Chemical Composition
Bark contains an essential oil and betulin.
Birch Tree Benefits
Birch ash - Cleansing the body from the inside
Heal Your Body With Birch Bark and Leaves
