English Name: Indian laburnum
Family: Fabaceae
Description: This is a medium sized perennial tree and has large compound leaves. The main beauty of the tree is dues to its yellow colour flowers. They are bright yellow in colour that hangs from the branches. The fruits are shiny dark brown in color and are usually cylindrical in shape.
Chemical Constituents: The plant is rich in phenolic antioxidants such as anthraquinones, flavonoids and flavan- 3-ol derivatives. Cassia fistula’s laxative actions are due to a compound called anthraquinone.
Properties: This plant has anti-inflammatory, anti-itching, anti ulcer, anti-microbial and mild laxative activity.
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