CHHATIWAN (ALSTONIA SCHOLARIS)
Nepali Name: छतिवन, Chhatiwan
Scientific Name: Alstonia scholaris
Hindi Name: सप्तपर्णी, Saptaparni
Traditional Uses and Process of Use:
1. Bark Properties:
• Acrid, bitter, tonic, and astringent.
• Exhibits anthelmintic properties.
2. Medicinal Benefits:
• Acts as an alterative and febrifuge.
• Useful in managing diarrhoea and dysentery.
3. Treatment of Chronic Conditions:
• Beneficial for chronic ulcers.
• Milky juice from the bark is applied topically to ulcers.
4. Dental Care:
• Bark is recommended for dental health.
• May aid in addressing dental caries.
5. External Application:
• Tender leaves are roasted, pulverized, and made into poultices.
• These poultices are used in the treatment of ulcers.
