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Sapindus

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Synonyms: Soapnut

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Biological source:

Botanical name: Sapindus mukorossi

Part used: dried ripe fruit

Family: Sapindaceae

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Geographical source:

Tropical and subtropical regions and Asia.

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Macroscopical features

    • Color: black
    • Odor: odorless
    • Taste: mucilagenous
    • Shape: globose
    • Size: 0.8-3 cm diameter
    • Other features: fleshy, wrinkled, 1-3 seeded drupe

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Microscopical features

(Not required)

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Chemical constituents

Main chemical constituents are sapindoside A and B, kaempferol, quercetin, beta sitosterol etc

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Pharmacological action / Uses

Used for treatment of skin complaints like eczema and psoriasis.

Possess expectorant and emetic property.

Also used for the treatment of excessive salivation , epilepsy, chlorosis (iron deficiency anemia)