ARTOCARPUS HIRSUTUS
(Wild Jack/Anjili Chakka)
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Artocarpus hirsutus, commonly known as wild jack, is a tropical evergreen tree species that is native to India, primarily in Kerala.They are endemic to theWestern Ghats and are found in its evergreen forests.The ripe fruit of wild Jack is sweet, edible, bright yellow, covered with spines, seeds ovoid and white.The fruit is eaten after removing the spiny outer skin. The structure of the fruit is similar to that of the much larger jackfruit. Tree is propagated through seeds or by grafting, flowering season is from December to January. The tree is prized for its durable timber which is comparable in quality with teak. It is harvested for its wood.
Uses,medicinal values and health benefits of Anjili Chakka
Its fruits are fruits are sweet, edible, bright yellow, ovoid or globosem covered with spines, seeds ovoid and white. These are usually used as an ingredient in snacks.Ripe fruits are cooling in nature and aphrodisiac. Bark has the properties to cure ulcers, diarrhea and pimples.
Roasted seeds powder mixed with honey for the treatment of asthma.
Oil from these fruits can be used for the treatment of skin diseases. For the extraction of oil, anjili seeds are boiled in water for 15 minutes. Once it cools, water with these seeds are kept for a day. The oil appeared on the surface is collected and can be applied on the skin for the treatment of various skin ailments