Big tree. Leaves up to 30 cm long; leaflets elliptic-lanceolate, acute. Petals without scales
Herb Effects
Laxative and anthelmintic (fruit and root bark); androgenic (fruit); contraceptive (seed and fruit); stimulates the central nervous system (fruit rind).
Chemistry
Active Ingredients
Methylhederagenate, sapindic acid, oleanolate and a saponin (pericarp).
Pharmacology
Medicinal Use
As a tonic, laxative, anthelmintic, in hysteria and asthma (fruit and root bark).
Reference
Chandel et al., Biodiversity in Medicinal and Aromatic Plants in India.