Caper Tree Bark (Maavilanga Pattai) – A Time-Honored Herb for Respiratory, Liver & Digestive Health

Herbolaya presents Caper Tree Bark, also known as Maavilanga Pattai, a revered botanical remedy sourced from the Crataeva religiosa tree. Known in ancient Ayurvedic and traditional medicine systems, this potent herbal bark has long been valued for its wide-ranging benefits, particularly in supporting respiratory health, liver function, and urinary wellness.

Traditional Health Benefits

• Respiratory Support
  Traditionally used in Ayurvedic remedies to manage bronchitis, asthma, and seasonal respiratory conditions. It helps ease breathing, clear congestion, and support lung health.

• Liver & Urinary Tract Health
  Known for its detoxifying properties, Maavilanga Pattai is used to address liver disorders, promote urinary tract cleansing, and support overall metabolic function.

• Skin Conditions & Inflammation
  Often used to soothe inflammatory skin conditions, the bark’s natural bioactives help reduce irritation and promote skin healing.

• Digestive Aid & Appetizer
  Used traditionally in herbal sherbets and pickles, it stimulates appetite, relieves indigestion, and helps manage bilious vomiting and remittent fevers.

Natural Culinary & Herbal Applications

• Herbal Drink Base: The juice of the bark is traditionally combined with ingredients like cinchona bark and port wine to make a refreshing drink that supports the body during fever and fatigue.

• Medicinal Pickle: The bark is often included in Ayurvedic appetizer pickles with spices and oil to aid digestion and recovery during illness.

Regional Names (For Global Recognition)

To help our global audience recognize this traditional herb in their native or familiar terms:

• Botanical Name: Crataeva religiosa / Crataeva nurvala

• English: Caper Tree Bark / Citron Bark

• Tamil: மாவிலங்க பட்டை (Maavilanga Pattai)

• Hindi: मफल (Maphal)

• Sanskrit: करुणा (Karuna), महालुंगा (Mahalunga)

• Malayalam: മടലനരകം (Madalanarakam)

• Telugu: మదీఫలం (Madeephalamu)

• Kannada: ಮಡಲದ ಹಣ್ಣು (Madalada Hannu)

• Punjabi: बजौरी-नींबू (Bajauri-Nimbu)

• Gujarati: બાલંક (Balank)

• Marathi: कगडी लिंबू (Kagdi Limbu)

• Bengali: ছোলঙ্গো লেবু (Chholongo Nebu)

• Konkani: मावालिंगा (Mavalinga)

Herbolaya proudly serves an international community of herbal wellness seekers across India, the USA, Canada, the UK, and beyond.

Why Choose Herbolaya’s Maavilanga Pattai?

• 100% Natural & Sustainably Sourced
  Harvested from mature trees, dried using traditional sun-drying methods, and processed without chemicals or preservatives.

• Expert-Approved Traditional Herb
  Trusted in Ayurveda, Siddha, and folk medicine for centuries, now brought to you with expert curation and quality control.

• Multi-Use Herbal Ingredient
  Suitable for decoctions, herbal teas, external applications, and culinary preparations.

Usage & Advisory

Traditionally consumed in herbal drinks, pickles, or as part of polyherbal formulations. Consult your Ayurvedic or healthcare practitioner before internal use, especially if pregnant, nursing, or under medical supervision.

Experience the time-tested benefits of Caper Tree Bark (Maavilanga Pattai) with Herbolaya — your trusted source for authentic, organic, and traditional wellness solutions.