यो ४०-५० फिट अग्लो, पात लाम्चो, सेतो फुल्ने, फल कटुससमान केही ठूलो हुन्छ । यो प्रायः १२००- २००० मिटरतिर पैदा हुन्छ । मङ्सिर-पुसमा पाकेको फल टर्रो लाग्छ । पशुहरूका लागि राम्रै घाँस मानिन्छ । गला-घाँटीको रोग र टन्सिल, कफग्रस्त समस्या र दम, चिसो गानोगोलो, पेटको घाउ र हैजामा यसको फलले लाभ पुऱ्याउँछ । यसको बोक्राको धूलो एक-आधा चम्चा खानाको आधाघण्टा अगाडि पानीसँग वा काँढापानी १/१ माना र अर्क ३०-५० ग्राम दिनको २ पटक ।
The
herb Akhalau, scientifically known as Lithocarpus pachyphylla, possesses
several distinct characteristics and applications:
1. Physical Characteristics:
• Height: Akhalau typically reaches a
height of 40-50 feet.
• Leaves: The leaves of Akhalau are
lanceolate in shape.
• Flowers: Its flowers are white in
color.
• Fruit: The fruit resembles the shape
and size of a bitter gourd, being somewhat large.
• Habitat: Akhalau thrives at altitudes
ranging from 1200 to 2000 meters.
2. Use in Animal Grazing:
• Akhalau is recognized as good forage
for animals, indicating its value as a grazing grass.
3. Medicinal Properties:
• Akhalau fruit is particularly
beneficial in treating various health conditions:
• Throat diseases and tonsillitis.
• Phlegm-related issues and asthma.
• Cold sores.
• Stomach ulcers and cholera.
4. Methods of Use:
• Fruit Consumption: Ripe Akhalau fruit,
which becomes available in November-Pus, has a tart taste.
• Bark Powder: Half a teaspoon of
Akhalau bark powder can be consumed half an hour before meals with water.
• Water Extract: A dose of 30-50 grams of
Akhalau water extract can be taken twice a day.
These
methods of consumption suggest both internal and external applications,
providing a comprehensive approach to harnessing the herb's medicinal benefits.
