Significance of Terminalia bellerica

Terminalia bellerica, also known as Bibhitaki or Beleric Myrobalan, is one of the three myrobalans that make up Triphala. This large tree from the Combretaceae family is renowned in Ayurvedic medicine for its diverse medicinal properties, including its potential anticancer effects and benefits in treating skin conditions. Additionally, it is evaluated for its flavonoid levels and ability to synthesize silver nanoparticles. Terminalia bellerica is recognized for its astringent taste and role in promoting digestive health.

Synonyms: Indian devil tree, Terminalia, Myrobalan, Bibhitaki

In Dutch: Terminalia bellerica; In Finnish: Terminalia bellerica; In Spanish: Terminalia bellerica

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Hindu concept of 'Terminalia bellerica'

Hinduism Books

In Hinduism, Terminalia bellerica is recognized as one of the three myrobalans in Triphala, a traditional herbal formulation valued for its health benefits and spiritual significance in Ayurvedic practices.

Significance in Jyotisha (astronomy and astrology):
Jyotisha Books

From: Brihat Samhita

(1) One of the three myrobalans contributing to Triphala.[1]

Jyotisha (ज्योतिष, jyotisha or jyotish) refers to ‘astronomy’ or “Vedic astrology” and represents the fifth of the six Vedangas (additional sciences to be studied along with the Vedas). Jyotisha concerns itself with the study and prediction of the movements of celestial bodies, in order to calculate the auspicious time for rituals and ceremonies.