Quick Overview

Talisa patra ,also known as Indian silver fir / Himalayan Silver Fir. Abies Webbiana is the scientific name of the talisa patra. It belongs to Pinaceae family. Pinaceae family is recognized as the pine family of conifers.

    Talisa patra , also known as Indian Silver Fir. Abies Webbiana is the scientific name of the talisa patra. It belongs to Pinaceae family. Pinaceae family is recognized as the pine family of conifers. These are native of northern temperate regions. Talisa patra is a tall evergreen tree with strong branches spread horizontally. It can be grown up to 60 m and the bark of the plant is rough and of brown color. The young shoots are covered with small, short and brown hairs. This plant has been traditionally used for medicinal purposes. This plant has odour like terebinthine with astringent taste.

    Talisa patra consists of good range of phytochemicals. It contains components like abiestin, bioflavonoid, bita-sitosterol, n-triacontanol and two glycosides: betuloside and methylbetuloside. It also contains essential oils which contain majorly alpha-pinene, beta-pinene, limonene, carvone, monoterpenes, camphene and bornyl acetate.

    Some other chemical constituents are also present. These are steroids, tannins, saponins, amino acids, phytosterols, alkaloids like 1-(4'-methoxyphenyl)-aziridine, lipids and biflavonoid etc. It is widely present on the higher ranges of Himalayas up to 2800 to 10000 feet. Regions where talisa patra grows are Assam, Nepal, Bengal and Kashmir.

 Internal Benefits of Thalisapathiri (Indian Silver Fir):-

• Talisa patra acts as febrifuge, central nervous system depressant, antibacterial, antifungal, antitumor, antispasmodic, antitussive, female antifertility, mast cell stabilizing, anxiolytic, anti-inflammatory, antifertility, febrifuge, central nervous system depressant property and antibacterial agent.

• Talisa patra leaves helps to give relief from cold, sneezing, nasal congestion and watery discharge.

• The leaves of the plant contain antitussive, anti-inflammatory and mucolytic properties so helps to clear airways and dissolve thick mucus present in the lungs. It also reduces mucus production. So overall, helps to reduce asthma and bronchitis.

• It has property of broncho-dialation, so helps to ease in breathing.

• It reduces the stress.

• The leaves of the flower help to increase appetite.

• This gives relief from spasm of involuntary muscles.

• It reduces inflammation and fever.

• It helps to remove toxins from the body.

• It is used to treat rheumatism.

• It is used as a cardiac tonic.

• It gives relief in vomiting.

• It is used to treat dental problems.

External Benefits of Thalisapathiri (Indian Silver Fir):-

• Headache

How to Consume Thalisapathiri (Indian Silver Fir) Internally:

• Morning - Mix 5 gms of powder in 100 ml water, Boil the content for few minutes. once the water gets warm, filter the content and drink it before food. Repeat the same for Evening Dosage after dinner.

External Application of Thalisapathiri (Indian Silver Fir):-

• Leaf paste is applied on forehead to get relief from headache.

Procurement & Agriculture Method:-

• 90% of Our Herbs are Wild crops and 100% organic by nature,  remaining 10% are organically grown, dried, and pulverized with no chemical or preservatives.

Disclaimer:-

    The Consumption details and benefits listed out in our website are taken from Tamil ancient books and Siddha records, as well as its been further fine tuned by our Siddha Doctors Team. Any how you are requested to consult your Doctor before use.