Devadaru (Cedrus Deodra)

Devadaru (Cedrus deodra): -Cedrus Deodra is known as Deodar or Himalayan Cedar. In Sanskrit the name is Devadaru. Deodar is a majestic, tall tree which grows to great heights, has wide girth and lives very long. Its appearance is very beautiful. Deodar is found through western Himalayas, ranging from Kashmir to Garhwal regions. It is mostly grown as an ornamental tree. Deodar is widely used for construction purposes. It is rot-resistant, durable and fine.Deodar oil is antiseptic in nature and is useful in relieving sores, skin diseases, ulcers and wounds. It is also useful for reducing fever, headache, piles, and urogenital diseases. It is known as antidiarrheal, carminative, diuretic, diaphoretic and insecticide. The heartwood is useful for laxative, anti-inflammatory, sedative, cardio tonic and other disorders. Leaves are acrid and bitter in taste and used for reducing inflammation.