Tamarix gallicam

General information:

Tamarisk, which is found in abundance in North India, has laxative and antihemolytic properties. The herb is often administered for constipation.

Constituents:

Tamarixin is the main chemical constituent of Tamarisk, which gives the herb its therapeutic properties.

Benefits:

• As a laxative, Tamarisk is beneficial in the treatment of constipation.
• It is also useful in bleeding disorders like menorrhagia and rectal bleeding.