Abstract

BUTEA MONOSPERMA: A REVIEW ARTICLE

Dipak Bhagwanrao Dirange* and Aparna M. Ghotankar

ABSTRACT

The plant Butea monosperma is a wonderful medicinal plant with lots of uses. The plant is used for many therapeutic properties like astringent, antidiarrheal activity, anti-implantation activities, etc. Due to different pharmacological effects, intense studies have been done on its chemical constituents. It is called as the „Flame of Forest‟ due to its look. The flowers look like fire and therefore considered as a form of Agnidev (God of Fire). Mostly found in the greater parts of India, and less found in the arid regions. It is known by different names according to the region or place in which it is found. Its gum is called as Bengal Kino or Butea Gum and is used for many purposes. Other parts of the plant are well known for different uses and this article is all about the wonderfulness of Butea monosperma.

Keywords: Fabaceae, Astringent, Palash, Butea Monosperma.