Diospyros Malabarica

Diospyros malabarica

Family: Ebenaceae Evidence: T decoctionextract

South and Southeast Asian persimmon relative used in Ayurvedic and Thai medicine. Unripe fruit astringent — for diarrhea and dysentery. Bark decoction as gargle for oral infections. Fruit pulp used to preserve fishing nets. Contains betulinic acid.

Safety Profile

PregnancyInsufficient Data
BreastfeedingInsufficient Data
PediatricNot Recommended

Contraindications

Limited safety data.

Interactions

Iron supplements (tannins).

Side Effects

Very astringent. GI discomfort from tannins.

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