Botanical name – Symplocos racemosa Family name – Symplocaceae English name – Lodh Tree, Lodhra Common name – Lodhra Synonyms – Savara Lodhra, Tilva, Tirita, Savara, Galava, Pattika Lodhra, Sthulavalkala, Jeernapatra. Habit Perennial – tree
Useful Parts – Bark, roots
Health Aids
Bleeding Disorders
It helps in halting nosebleeds and controls abnormal uterine bleeding (menorrhagia, metrorrhagia). It reduces leucorrhoeal (whitish) discharges from the vagina.
Skin Health
Cures acnes, boils, inflammation.
Improves complexion and detoxifies the skin.
Digestive Health
Relieves diarrhea, dysentery, bleeding piles.
Women’s Health
Used during pregnancy to manage excessive fetal movements (7-8 months).
Ayurvedic Properties
Rasa (Taste): Kashaya (Astringent)
Guna (Qualities): Laghu (Light), Ruksha (Dry)
Veerya (Potency): Shita (Cold)
Vipaka (Post-Digestion Effect): Katu (Pungent)
Doshakarma: Kapha-Pitta Shamak
(Balances Kapha & Pitta)
Traditional Uses & Home Remedies
Skin Disorders
Used for acne, boils with burning sensation, Paste applied for inflammation.
Menstrual Disorders
Powder (1 gm) with Mishri for heavy flow.
Oral Health
A decoction is used as a mouthwash for gingivitis. For bleeding gums, made into a paste and applied.