Chaulmoogra oil

Chaulmoogra Oil

Chaulmoogra oil (pronunciation: chawl-moo-gra oil) is a type of oil that is derived from the seeds of the Hydnocarpus wightianus or Taraktogenos kurzii trees, which are part of the Achariaceae family.

Etymology

The term "Chaulmoogra" is derived from the Sanskrit words "kusta roga", which translates to "leprosy tree". This is due to the oil's historical use in the treatment of Leprosy.

Production

Chaulmoogra oil is produced by pressing the seeds of the Hydnocarpus wightianus or Taraktogenos kurzii trees. The oil is then purified and can be used in various medicinal applications.

Medicinal Uses

Historically, Chaulmoogra oil has been used in the treatment of skin diseases such as leprosy and Psoriasis. It has also been used in traditional Ayurvedic medicine for its supposed healing properties.

Related Terms

• Hydnocarpus wightianus
• Taraktogenos kurzii
• Achariaceae
• Leprosy
• Psoriasis
• Ayurvedic medicine

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Chaulmoogra oil
• Wikipedia's article - Chaulmoogra oil

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