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Acacia sinuata

English: Soap Nut

Sanskrit/Indian: Saptala
Russian: Акация выемчатая

Acacia sinuata

General information:

Soap Nut grows in abundance in the tropical jungles of India, especially in the Deccan region. It is used as a detergent in many parts of India and is revered as a scalp cleanser. The fruit of Soap Nut has tonic and astringent properties, which are beneficial in the treatment of skin disorders.

Constituents:

The leaves of the Soap Nut contain tannins, rutin, alkaloids and citric acid, which give the tree its therapeutic benefits.

Benefits:

  • Soap Nut is a natural hair cleanser that lathers on application. It has hair strengthening and conditioning properties and prevents dandruff.