Terminalia chebula
Terminalia chebula
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Terminalia chebula este un arbore decidu mare nativ în regiunile tropicale și subtropicale din Asia, inclusiv Assam, Bangladesh, Cambodja, China Centrala-Sud, Himalaya de Est, India, Laos, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Thailandia și Vietnam. Cunoscut pentru fructele și semințele sale comestibile, acest plant se dezvolte în zăpada plinite cu soare, având preferința pentru sustrat umed care poate fi licht (sandy), mediu sau greu (clay). Este durabil în zonele 10-12 și poate crește până la 25 de metri. Caracteristică distinctivă a Terminalia chebula este fructul său, utilizat pentru diverse scopuri, făcând din acest plant un plantă valoroasă în contextul culinariat și medicinal tradicional.
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What is Terminalia chebula?
Terminalia chebula este un arbore decidu mare nativ în regiunile tropicale și subtropicale din Asia, inclusiv Assam, Bangladesh, Cambodja, China Centrala-Sud, Himalaya de Est, India, Laos, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Thailandia și Vietnam.
What is Terminalia chebula used for?
Traditionally used for digestion, immune support. Each claim is evidence-rated — see Section II for full citations.
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IIBeneficii și dovezi
2 claims · 0 sources
Beneficii și dovezi
2 claims · 0 sources- Terminalia chebula has been traditionally used in Ayurveda for digestive issues, often prepared as a decoction to support gastrointestinal health.
The fruit contains tannins and gallic acid which may help regulate intestinal function by reducing inflammation and promoting the healing of mucosal tissues. However, the exact mechanism is not fully characterised.
- Terminalia chebula has been traditionally used in Ayurvedic medicine to support immune function, often prepared as a powder or capsule.
The fruit contains ellagic acid and gallic acid which may have antioxidant properties that help modulate the immune response. However, the exact mechanism is not fully characterised.
IV·bMixology suggestions
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Mixology suggestions
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Growingconditions · propagation · uses
VCultivare
Cultivare
Light
Full sun
Water
Moist
Soil
Light (sandy), Medium, Heavy (clay)
Hardiness
10-12
Mature size
25.0 m tall
For first-time growers
How to grow Terminalia chebula for the first time
8steps
Start with a simple, light-loving tree that thrives in moist soil and full sun.
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What you'll need
A Terminalia chebula sapling or seeds, potting mix, a container if planting in a pot.
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Best time to plant
Plant in spring when the soil is moist and warm.
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Soil and container prep
Use well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0-7.5, ensuring it's light (sandy), medium, or heavy clay.
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Sowing or transplanting
Transplant saplings carefully to avoid damaging roots; sow seeds in moist potting mix and cover lightly.
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First two weeks
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Place in a sunny spot, avoiding direct midday sun.
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Ongoing care
Water regularly to maintain moisture levels; prune occasionally for shape and health.
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Harvest or pruning
Prune during the dormant season to encourage new growth and remove dead branches.
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Common mistakes
Overwatering, planting in full sun without protection from midday heat, neglecting regular pruning.
VIEdible & utility
Edible & utility
Edible parts:FruitSeed
Edible uses: Oil, Salt
Other uses:DyeLumberInkMordantoilPest controlTannin
Contextrange · companions · related
VIIDistribuție
13 native · 4 introduced
Distribuție
13 native · 4 introducedDistribution across1 continent· 13 native· 4 introduced
Asia13 regions
native (11)BangladeshCambodiaChinaIndiaLaosMyanmarNepalPakistanSri LankaThailandVietnam
introduced (2)ChinaTaiwan
Broader regions
native:East Himalaya
introduced:Malaya, Zaïre
IXSpecimen gallery
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Specimen gallery
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shared use cases
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