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Scientific namePterocarpus indicus
IndonesianAngsana, Sono Kembang
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Basic information: Angsana is a large tropical tree of the legume family that is widely planted as a shade and avenue tree in Southeast Asia. It is known for its fragrant yellow flowers, which bloom in short periods, and for its valuable, reddish wood (padauk, narra), which is used for furniture. The cut bark exudes a dark red sap.
Nutrition, Traditional Use and Research
The statements below describe nutrition facts, traditional use and published research. They are not health claims for our products.
- In traditional folk practice in Indonesia and other countries, leaves and other parts of the angsana tree have been used for a number of complaints, for example for skin problems. These are traditional uses only. They have not been confirmed by sufficient scientific evidence, and angsana is not a replacement for medical care.
- Angsana contains flavonoids, tannins and other plant compounds, which show antioxidant activity in laboratory tests. Laboratory and animal studies have examined extracts of the leaves and bark for various properties. These are early findings, and no health effect in people can be concluded from them.
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, take medication or have a health condition, please ask your doctor before using angsana leaf tea.
Please note: The information on this page is provided for general interest and education only. Statements about nutrition, traditional use and research do not mean that a plant or product treats, cures or prevents any disease, and they are not medical advice. Our plant products are foods and herbal teas, not medicines. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, take medication or have a health condition, please ask a doctor before using any plant for health purposes.