Semal Tree: From Thorns to Flowers, an Ayurvedic Powerhouse for Health and Beauty

• The Semal tree (Bombax Ceiba), common in Nimar, Madhya Pradesh, is highly valued in Ayurveda for its extensive medicinal properties.
• Beyond its well-known flowers and cotton-like fruits, its thorns, bark, seeds, and roots are used to treat various ailments.
• Semal bark is effective for stomach issues like diarrhea and dysentery, and its paste reduces swelling and irritation.
• A paste made from Semal thorns with milk is a natural remedy for acne, blemishes, and freckles, enhancing facial glow.
• Semal flowers, consumed as halwa with ghee, provide relief from menstrual problems, while its tuber powder boosts strength and immunity.