Monkey Jack
Artocarpus lacucha
| Synonym | Artocarpus lakoocha |
|---|---|
| Family | Moraceae |
| Sanskrit | Lakucha |
| हिंदी | बड़हल |
| Parts used | fruit, bark |
Monkey jack is a deciduous tree of the mulberry family with large leaves and irregular, yellowish, sweet-sour fruits. It is distributed across the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia, especially in the sub-Himalayan region and northeast India.
Known in Sanskrit as Lakucha, its fruit and bark have a place in classical Ayurveda. They are traditionally used in preparations for digestive comfort and in skin-care pastes, and the fruit is eaten fresh and in chutneys.
Articles are for general information about Ayurveda and personal care and are not medical advice. For any health condition, please see a qualified doctor.
