Uncovering Ancient Wonders: Arjuna

Tree Arjuna is an important cardio-tonic plant described in the Ayurveda. It is commonly found along the river-sides of UP, Bihar, Delhi, and MP where the soil is humid and fertile. The tree has white flowers and the bark has a shining texture. It is a large, evergreen tree with numerous drooping branches, which regularly peels off its fissured bark.

Tree Arjuna has ancient significance. From Indian Epic Ramayana to the stories of Lord Krishna, the Arjuna tree has its mentions everywhere. It is said that once, while playing, Lord Krishna passed through two Arjuna trees turning them uproot, out of which two heavenly beings materialized from the trunk of the tree as they got released from the curse of sage Narada. It was a matter of wonder for villagers as to how two large trees were uprooted. 

Based on the observations of medical experts over centuries, the Arjuna tree is has proven uses and benefits –

Medicinal Benefits

1. Tree Arjuna’s bark has the ability to cure hepatic, urogenital, and viral diseases. 
2. It is also used in the treatment of cardiovascular diseases and congestive heart failure. 
3. In Ayurveda, the tree Arjuna has been known as the primary cardiac tonic for generations.  
4. The bark is also helpful in treating joint pains, fractures, sprains, arthritis, and indigestion.
5. In the Indian subcontinent, the bark of Tree Arjuna is also used for anginal pain and hypertension

Some other important uses of tree Arjuna are – 

1. The bark of the tree Arjuna is a potent source of oxalic acid and is used in many industrial applications in the dyeing and textile industry.
2. The herbal industry uses Arjuna tree bark on a large scale to make medicinal products. 
3. Arjuna tree leaves are one of the major feeds of the tropical Tasar silkworm.
4. The wood is used as agricultural implements and firewood.

The tree Arjuna has an enduring and majestic presence in our lands of India. With its doubtless health benefits, we should not miss a chance to plant one and seek the blessings of nature.