Bambusa arundinacea (vanshlochan): An overview
Journal Title: International Journal of Research in Pharmacology & Pharmacotherapeutics (IJRPP) - Year 2013, Vol 2, Issue 1
Abstract
Bamboo species are thought to be originally from Central China, but are now found in many temperate and semi- tropical regions around the world. There are approximately 75 species and 200 varieties of Phyllostachys. Bambusa arundinacea (Vanshlochan) belonging to family Poaceae, is a well known Ayurvedic and medicinal plant in Indian tradition. This plant is reported to possess antidiabetic, antifertility, antibacterial, anti inflammatory and antiulcer, protective, anthelmintic, insecticidal, antiarthritic, antioxidant, aphrodisiac, vessel protection and venotonic activities. It is found in North-West India and Bengal, Sri Lanka, Malaya, Peru and Myanmar (Burma). Many of the important chemical constituents are found in it. It is a common plant which is mostly used as a building material ranging from food containers, skewers, chopsticks, handicrafts, toys, furniture, flooring, pulp and paper, boats, charcoal, musical instruments and weapons. In addition to its more common applications, bamboo has other uses, from skyscraper scaffolding and phonograph needles to slide rules, skins of airplanes, and diesel fuels. Bamboo ashes are used to polish jewels and manufacture electrical batteries. It has been used in bicycles, dirigibles, windmills, scales, retaining walls, ropes, cables and filament in the first light bulb.
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Ajay Kumar Rathaur
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