Bilwa / Bengal quince (Aegle marmelos L.), also known as Bael, is a sacred and medicinal tree revered in Ayurveda and Hindu tradition. It belongs to the Rutaceae family and is native to India and Southeast Asia. All parts of the tree—fruit, leaves, bark, root, and flowers—are used for their therapeutic properties, especially in treating gastrointestinal disorders, diabetes, inflammation, and respiratory conditions.
Bilwa is rich in a variety of bioactive compounds that contribute to its pharmacological effects.
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