Indian Telicherry Bark

Botanical Name:

Holarrhena antidysenterica

Parts Used:

Bark (primarily), also seeds and roots in traditional medicine

Other Names:

• Hindi: Indrayava (इन्द्रायव), Kutaj (कुटज)

• Farsi (Persian): پوست درخت تیلیچری (Poost-e Derakht-e Telicherry), كوتاج

• Sanskrit: Kutaja, Vatsaka, Girimallika

• Tamil: Kalinga

• Telugu: Kodisappu

• Malayalam: Kurchi

• Kannada: Kodagasige

• Marathi: Kutaja

• Gujarati: Kutaj

• Punjabi: Kutaj

• Urdu: Kutaj

• English Common Names: Telicherry Bark, Kurchi Bark, Bitter Oleander

• Ayurvedic Name: Kutaj

• Unani Name: Kutaj

Overview

Indian Telicherry Bark, derived from Holarrhena antidysenterica, is a highly valued medicinal herb in Ayurveda and Unani medicine. Known for its powerful anti-diarrheal and antimicrobial properties, it is one of the foremost herbal remedies for gastrointestinal disorders, especially dysentery, diarrhea, and irritable bowel conditions.

With a naturally bitter and astringent taste, the bark of this plant helps balance the digestive system, clear infections, and restore normal intestinal functions. It is often used in classical formulations like Kutajarishta and Kutaja Ghan Vati.

Applications Across Various Industries

• Pharmaceuticals & Herbal Medicine
  Used in tablets, powders, and liquid extracts for treating bowel and gut disorders.

• Ayurvedic & Unani Formulations
  A core ingredient in digestive, antipyretic, and antimicrobial formulations.

• Nutraceutical & Health Supplements
  Processed into gut health supplements for detox and digestive balance.

• Veterinary Medicine
  Used for treating digestive issues in animals in traditional rural veterinary practices.

Medical Benefits

Indian Telicherry Bark is primarily used for its gastrointestinal, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties:

• ✅ Treats Diarrhea and Dysentery
  Acts as a natural astringent and anti-microbial, effective against amoebic dysentery, chronic diarrhea, and intestinal infections.

• ✅ Promotes Gut Health
  Restores normal bowel function and soothes inflamed mucosal lining of the intestines.

• ✅ Anthelmintic (Worm Expulsion)
  Helps expel intestinal worms and parasites due to its bitter compounds.

• ✅ Anti-inflammatory and Antioxidant
  Supports healing in inflammatory bowel conditions and reduces oxidative stress in the gut.

• ✅ Fever and Malaria Support
  Used in traditional systems to help manage fevers, especially those linked with digestive disorders.

• ✅ Supports Skin Health
  Used externally in Unani and Ayurveda for managing eczema, ulcers, and skin infections due to its antibacterial nature.

💡 Indian Telicherry Bark is one of the safest and most effective herbal remedies for gastrointestinal balance, widely respected for its fast-acting and natural healing potential.

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