Putrajeevak also known as putraveeji, putranjiva and lucky bean tree is an evergreen tree growing up to a height of 12 meters. Its scientific name is Putranjiva roxburghii. The tree has long suspended branches, normal elongated leaves that are arranged alternately and its fruits are velvety and rounded with a hard stony seed. It has a sweet and pungent taste and is heavy in digestion. It bears both male and female flowers.
Putrajeevak also known as putraveeji, putranjiva and lucky bean tree is an evergreen tree growing up to a height of 12 meters. Its scientific name is Putranjiva roxburghii. The tree has long suspended branches, normal elongated leaves that are arranged alternately and its fruits are velvety and rounded with a hard stony seed. It has a sweet and pungent taste and is heavy indigestion. It bears both male and female flowers.
Putrajeevak seeds contain fatty oils while the kernel has a store of essential oils that smell like mustard. Isothiocyanate providing glycosides,glucoputranjivin, glucocochelearin, glucojiaputin and glucocleomin are also present in it. The main constituent of the essential oil obtained from this plant are isopropyl and 2-butyl isothiocyanates. Apart from this it has a minor component, 2-methylbutyl isothiocyanate.
Putrajeevak is a medicinal plant that aids in the process of pro creation by playing an important role in treating sterility, infertility and recurring abortions. It is beneficial for the reproductive health of both the male and female partners. This has been used for ages in treating reproduction related problems.
This plant helps increase sexual urges and performance. It helps in improves sperm count in men. This helps to up the chances of conceiving and solve the issue of childlessness. It is safer than the chemical and artificial options available for the same purpose.
The herb apart from its reproductive attributes also helps in reducing inflammation in joints and also for inflamed throats of animals. The leaves are crushed and a paste is made using it. This is then applied on the affected are to cure the problems.
Putrajeevak doesn’t only works on your reproductive organs. It also helps you to get rid of the stubborn pimples and the redness caused due to it. Pimples are a common concern for those suffering from hormonal imbalances and have oily skin. So while taking care of your reproductive organs it makes sure you have a clean, clear and fresh skin.
Putrajeevak leaves are extremely effective in treating cold, fever and rheumatism. A concoction of the leaves is prepared for the treatment that is consumed. It provides relief from congestion and provides immense relief.
Headaches can be a serious problem that does not let you function properly and makes you irritated and the agony is brutal. This problem can be dealt with by consuming a paste of putrajeevak seeds. It also works miracles in knee pain. So next time you feel your head throbbing look out for this multi benefit plant.
Putrajeevak has the ability to neutralise snake poison. It is a good antidote and comes handy in such fateful situations. It is always important to identify the snake that a person gets bitten by as specific poisons have specific antidotes. Snake poisons are of two types, one that affects the nervous system and the other that damages the blood cells and degenerate it. This property of Putrajeevak saves many lives.
Elephantiasis is a health condition caused due to blockage of lymphatic vessels that result in swollen limbs. It happens by the infestation of parasites in the body that cause filariasis. Putrajeevak helps in fighting this disease and provides a curative measure for it.
Putrajeevak seeds aids in alleviating the health of female reproductive organs. It also acts as a uterine tonic. It also helps to cure sterility in both males and females, if taken as per Doshas. In the case of implantation, it helps in making uterus more capable and aids to continue the pregnancy.This implies that it is useful in cases of habitual abortions or recurrent pregnancy loss (RPL).
In men, it is found to be highly beneficial for treating male infertility occurring due to any of the reasons like Oligospermia, teratozoospermia and asthenospermia. It works by improving spermatogenesis and hence increase the sperm count.
Putrajeevak does not have any considerable side effects or allergie. But according to Ayurveda people having kapha dosha should not take putrajeevak as it shall increase the problems related to it. It should be strictly kept away from the reach of the children.
Disclaimer: Whilst every effort has been made to source the most up to date and accurate information, we cannot guarantee that remedies in our articles are effective, when in doubt, consult your GP or a qualified Medicinal Herbalist. Remember also that herbal remedies can be dangerous under certain circumstances therefore you should always seek medical advice before self-treating with a homemade remedy, especially if you are pregnant, breast feeding or suffer from any known illness which could be adversely affected by self-treatment.