Straight. Many such medicinal plants are found in the valleys of Vindhya region of Madhya Pradesh, which are no less than a boon for health. One of these is the sycamore tree, which is considered very useful in Ayurveda. Even today in rural areas, sycamore is used in the traditional remedies of grandmothers. The fruits, leaves, bark and roots of this tree are said to be full of medicinal properties. According to Dr. Vipin Singh, Ayurvedic Medical Officer of Sidhi, Sycamore was specially used to increase the immunity of the body during the Corona period. Consumption of sycamore leaves, fruits and stem proves beneficial in many types of diseases. In Ayurveda, it is considered as beneficial as fig.

Dr Singh explains that the branches of the sycamore are thick and its leaves are heart shaped and have a rough surface. Its fruits are about 2 to 3 cm in diameter, which change from green to yellow or red when ripe. This tree bears flowers and fruits throughout the year, although its yield is highest between July and December. Consuming its ripe fruits gives strength to the body and is considered helpful in slowing down the aging process.

Eating ripe sycamore fruits will provide relief
Eating ripe sycamore fruits provides relief from stomach upset, while raw fruits are said to be beneficial for diabetic patients. The ash made by burning its bark is mixed with mustard or kanjai oil and is used in the treatment of piles. The milk extracted from the tree is also considered effective in skin diseases, ringworm and fungal infections. Apart from this, the decoction prepared from sycamore bark is beneficial in lung related diseases, sore throat and swelling. Its leaves are said to be useful in jaundice while the roots have laxative and anthelmintic properties. In this way, Sycamore is not just a tree that gives shade but is a complete medicine from the Ayurvedic point of view.