Daruhaldi

Also Known As : Daru Haridra/ Indian Barberry/Tree turmeric

Technical Name : Berberis aristata

Descriptions
details

Vegetarian

Taste Profile

It has sweet, acidic taste.

Usage Tips

Daruhaldi fruit can be added to desserts.
Its roots can be used to make an alcoholic drink.
It can also be used like raisins in its dried form.
Its flower buds can be added to make sauces.

Description

Daruhaldi is an erect, glabrous, evergreen shrub that belongs to the family- Berberidaceae and the genus Berberis. It has oblong-ovoid or ovoid berry like fruit, violet in color with plum purple flesh inside. It is native to Himalayas in India and Nepal.

Health benefits

Daruhaldi possesses anti-inflammatory properties.⁽¹⁾
Berberine and Berberol in daruhaldi is beneficial for diabetic patients as it helps to regulate blood glucose levels.⁽¹⁾
Berberis in it also possesses cardiovascular, anticancer and antimicrobial properties.⁽¹⁾
It also acts as a mild laxative.⁽¹⁾

Note

Daruhaldi must be avoided by infants as berberine in it can cause brain damage in infants. It must also be avoided by breastfeeding and pregnant women as it could be transferred through the breast milk to the infant. Excessive consumption of it can also cause vomiting, diarrhea and excessive sweating.⁽²⁾

Resource & Links

(1,2) https://www.healthbenefitstimes.com/indian-barberry/

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