Devdaru
Devdaru
Devdaru also called as Deodar or Himalayan Cedar is popular known as the ‘Wood of Gods’. All parts of this plant are used for various medicinal benefits.
Devdaru helps to relieve cough by removing mucus from the respiratory tract due to its expectorant property. It might also be beneficial in managing asthma by increasing the movements of the respiratory tract due to its antispasmodic activity. Devdaru might be good for diabetics as it helps manage the blood sugar levels by stimulating insulin secretion. It also helps to calm the mind and improve sleep pattern thereby managing insomnia.
Devdaru oil obtained from Devdaru trees has many benefits. This oil can be applied on the body to manage fever by increasing sweating due to its diaphoretic (sweat-inducing) property.
It can be applied to the joints to manage problems such as inflammation and pain related to arthritis due to its anti-inflammatory property. Devdaru oil can also be applied on wounds to prevent infections and speed up wound healing due to its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory property. Applying Devdaru leaf paste on your skin can also help prevent skin infections as well as itching due to its antifungal property[1][2][11].
Devdaru helps to relieve cough by removing mucus from the respiratory tract due to its expectorant property. It might also be beneficial in managing asthma by increasing the movements of the respiratory tract due to its antispasmodic activity. Devdaru might be good for diabetics as it helps manage the blood sugar levels by stimulating insulin secretion. It also helps to calm the mind and improve sleep pattern thereby managing insomnia.
Devdaru oil obtained from Devdaru trees has many benefits. This oil can be applied on the body to manage fever by increasing sweating due to its diaphoretic (sweat-inducing) property.
It can be applied to the joints to manage problems such as inflammation and pain related to arthritis due to its anti-inflammatory property. Devdaru oil can also be applied on wounds to prevent infections and speed up wound healing due to its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory property. Applying Devdaru leaf paste on your skin can also help prevent skin infections as well as itching due to its antifungal property[1][2][11].
What are the synonyms of Devdaru?
Cedrus deodara, Surabhuruha, Amaradaru, Devakastha, Daru, Suradaru, Shajar Tuljeen, Devdaroo, Deodar, Himalayan Cedar, Devdar, Teliyo Devdar, Devdaroo, Deevdar, Devtaram, Telya Dedaroo, Diyar, Dewdar, Devdari Chettu, Devdaree[1].
What is the source of Devdaru?
Plant Based
Benefits of Devdaru
1. Anti-wrinkle
Wrinkles are due to aging, dry skin and lack of moisture. According to Ayurveda, it is due to an aggravated Vata. Devdaru and its oil helps in controlling wrinkles and increases moisture content in the skin. This is because of its Vata balancing and Snigdha (oily) properties.
2. Wound healing
Devdaru especially the oil helps in quick healing of the wound, decreases swelling and brings back the normal texture of the skin. This is due to its Ropan (healing) property.
3. Urticaria
Urticaria is a type of allergic reaction which is also known as Sheetpitta in Ayurveda. This is due to an imbalance of Vata and Kapha as well as when Pitta gets impaired. Devdaru or its oil gives relief in case of urticaria due to its Vata and Kapha balancing properties.
Wrinkles are due to aging, dry skin and lack of moisture. According to Ayurveda, it is due to an aggravated Vata. Devdaru and its oil helps in controlling wrinkles and increases moisture content in the skin. This is because of its Vata balancing and Snigdha (oily) properties.
2. Wound healing
Devdaru especially the oil helps in quick healing of the wound, decreases swelling and brings back the normal texture of the skin. This is due to its Ropan (healing) property.
3. Urticaria
Urticaria is a type of allergic reaction which is also known as Sheetpitta in Ayurveda. This is due to an imbalance of Vata and Kapha as well as when Pitta gets impaired. Devdaru or its oil gives relief in case of urticaria due to its Vata and Kapha balancing properties.
Precautions when using Devdaru
Allergy
Ayurvedic View
Always use Devdaru oil after mixing with a carrier oil like coconut oil before applying externally if you have a hypersensitive skin.
Recommended Dosage of Devdaru
- Devdaru Oil - 2-5 drops or as per your requirement.
- Devdaru Powder - ½-1 teaspoon or as per requirement.
How to use Devdaru
1. Devdaru Oil
a. Take 5-10 drops of Devdaru oil.
b. Add Coconut oil to it.
c. Massage on the affected area to manage infected wounds and syphilis.
2. Devdaru Paste
a. Take 1-2 teaspoon of Devdaru paste.
b. Apply on the affected area.
c. Wait for 1-2 hours.
d. Use this remedy 1-2 times a day to control itching, inflammation, pain and swelling.
a. Take 5-10 drops of Devdaru oil.
b. Add Coconut oil to it.
c. Massage on the affected area to manage infected wounds and syphilis.
2. Devdaru Paste
a. Take 1-2 teaspoon of Devdaru paste.
b. Apply on the affected area.
c. Wait for 1-2 hours.
d. Use this remedy 1-2 times a day to control itching, inflammation, pain and swelling.
Frequently asked questions
Modern Science View
Devdaru trees are native to the western Himalayas in Eastern Afghanistan and Northern Pakistan.However in India, it is mainly found in Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Sikkim, Arunachal Pradesh states and the Darjeeling Region of West Bengal occurring at 1,500–3,200 m(4,921–10,499 ft) altitude.
Modern Science View
Devdaru wood is widely used in the construction of buildings, bridges, canals, railway sleepers, carriages and poles. It is also used widely for making storage vats for beer, packing cases, items of furniture and musical instruments[12].
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