No. 051Botanical
Bauhinia variegata
Bark
Botanical
Kachnar
The bark of the orchid tree, traditionally used for glands and tissue tone.
- Botanical name
- Bauhinia variegata
- Also known as
- Mountain ebony
- Part used
- Bark
- Evidence
- Traditional use Evidence level 1 of 5
- Body systems
- Women's health
In tradition
Kachnar is the main herb in Kanchnar Guggulu, a classical Ayurvedic preparation.
In research
Contains flavonoids such as kaempferol and quercetin.
Strength of evidence
Traditional use Evidence level 1 of 5Documented in classical texts or long practice. Not yet tested in clinical trials. How we grade evidence.
Where you will find it
Products that contain it
Ingredient pages summarise traditional use and the direction of published research for education. They are not claims about any product and are not medical advice.
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