The Arjuna Herb Has Been reported To Improve Cardiovascular Health

The Arjuna herb has been used by in Ayurveda healing tradition since 2500 B.C. as an effective cardiovascular medicine.

The co-enzyme Q-10, that has been proven by scientific research and study to prevent heart attacks, is derived from the bark of the Arjuna tree. Blood circulation is improved as enhances the elimination of bad cholesterol.

It aids in prevention of stroke it narrows the arteries in the head bringing more blood to the scalp area. Aside from it the benefits that it can give to the heart system, it can also lower blood pressure and cleanse the liver system.

Description

The herb is actually a evergreen tree that reaches the height of up to 80 feet smooth, thick, gray bark that has a red inside color with white or yellow flowers bearing drupe fruits that are woody with 5 to 7 wings.

This plants native habitat is fast flowing waters like rivers and streams in the hilly regions of the Himalayas and India.

Planting

The Arjuna flourishes on well-drained loamy to sandy soil with high calcium content. Watering should be done often and the soil should not be allowed to go dry.

The earlier stages of the plants growth is slow but after it attains the height 6 feet in 3 years the plant grows quickly to attain its maximum height.

Harvesting

The fruits ripen in March and are harvested by lopping of the branches or can be picked up from the ground when they fall. The seeds can be stored in sealed tin cans for a period of up to one year before planting.

The bark can be harvested on the third year of the plants life and every 3 years thereafter. Stripping the tree of its bark more often will harm the plant. The yield of each tree is an average of 45 kilos of bark.