The Rough Skin Lemon looks like a lemon but has a rough skin. The flesh is bitter and almost contains no juice. Its rind and leaves are often used in...
Pomelo, scientifically termed Citrus maxima or Citrus grandis, goes by several vernacular names such as “Chakotra” in Hindi, “Karuna” in Sanskrit, “Batabilebu” in Bengali, “Pamparapanasa” in Telugu and “Bambilimaas” in...
Betel nut is pungent, bitter, spicy, sweet, salty, and astringent. It was said to expel wind, kill worms, remove phlegm, subdue bad odors, beautify the mouth, induce purification, and kindle...
The polyphenols in tamarind have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. These can protect against diseases such as heart disease, cancer and diabetes. The seed extract may also help lower blood sugar,...
Guava is an evergreen, tropical shrub or low-growing small tree. The guava tree is a highly attractive tree. The leaves and flowers are both mildly fragrant and attractive. The tree produces...
