No. 053Botanical
Caesalpinia sappan
Heartwood
Botanical
Patang
A red heartwood used in Ayurveda for women's health and the blood.
- Botanical name
- Caesalpinia sappan
- Also known as
- Sappanwood
- Part used
- Heartwood
- Evidence
- Traditional use Evidence level 1 of 5
- Body systems
- Women's health
In tradition
Patang is used to support menstrual health and as a natural colour.
In research
Its brazilin is studied for anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activity.
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.
Did this answer your question?
Thank you. Your feedback helps us decide what to write next.