Marodphali [Botanical name – Helicteres isora] or East-Indian screw tree is a sub-deciduous shrub or small tree with grey-colored bark. East Indian Screw Plant is used as medicine since ancient times, in organized (Ayurveda, Unani, and Siddha) and unorganized (folk, native and tribal) forms. In these systems, Marodphali is described as a medicinal plant that is used in several diseases.
East Indian Screw is commonly known as Marodphali, Marorphali, etc. due to the screw-like appearance of its fruit. In Sanskrit, it is called Avartani and Mriga-shinga which literally means deer’s horn. Marodphali or Avartani is used as a folk medicine to support relief from snake bites, diarrhea, and constipation in newborn babies.
As per Ayurveda Marodphali helps to pacify aggravated kapha and pitta both from the upper and lower parts of the body. Traditionally Marodphali’s are supposed to be used for improving physical stamina and strength.
According to Ayurveda, seeds are astringent, fruit is supposed to be used for intestinal discomfort and colic. Marodphali supports an antioxidant and helps to purify the blood. Regular use of Marodphali may help proper utilization of sugar molecules from the Intestine to maintain low blood sugar levels. East Indian screw tree fruit promotes relaxation of intestinal muscles and helps healthy digestion.
As per the scientific study, Helicteres contains quinolone alkaloid and tannins which supports reducing the frequency of loose motions and intestinal infestations if any.
External application of paste may help to get rid of pigmentation and itching response. In the olden days, Marodphali seeds powder was applied with castor oil in case of ear discharge and ulcers with great efficacy.
Indian Screw Pod Powder
Indian Screw pod powder is useful in abdominal colic, worms, piles, diarrhea, dysentery, verminous, wounds, ulcers, hemorrhages, etc.
Screw Tree Pods
Screw tree pods are used in the treatment of chronic dysentery, and diarrhea. The pods paste is given to relieve the griping pain in the bowels, & flatulence among the children.
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