• Dr. Bhuraji Narware
• Dr. Monika Tyagi

Butea monosperma, a moderate-sized deciduous tree belonging to the Fabaceae family, is abundantly distributed across India, Burma, and Ceylon, recognized colloquially as 'dhak' or 'palas,' and commonly referred to as the 'Flame of the forest.' Within the vast Fabaceae family comprising 630 genera and 18,000 species, Butea monosperma stands out for its multifaceted utility, encompassing both medicinal and commercial applications. Each component of this tree serves a distinct purpose, contributing to its extensive use. Traditionally, Butea monosperma has been attributed with a range of beneficial properties, including astringent, bitter, alterative, aphrodisiac, anthelmintic, antibacterial, and anti-asthmatic attributes. The tree's bark is renowned for yielding a vibrant red juice known as 'Butea gum' or 'Bengalkino.' Pharmacologically, this versatile plant exhibits a wide spectrum of effects, such as anthelmintic, anticonceptive, anticonvulsive, antidiabetic, antidiarrheal, antiestrogenic, antifertility, antimicrobial, antifungal, antibacterial, antistress, chemopreventive, hemagglutinating, hepatoprotective, radical scavenging, thyroid inhibitory, antiperoxidative, hypoglycemic, and wound healing activities. Furthermore, Butea monosperma's seeds possess notable anthelmintic properties, particularly effective against roundworms and tapeworms. The plant's vibrant flowers yield a striking yellow coloring substance attributed to the presence of chalcones. The use of such herbal medicines derived from Butea monosperma holds promise, offering potential benefits in comparison to conventional synthetic drugs, often with fewer or negligible side effects. This comprehensive review highlights the diverse range of biological activities associated with Butea monosperma, underlining its significance as a valuable medicinal resource.

Butea monosperma, Butin, Palash, dhak.

"Comprehensive Exploration of Butea monosperma: A Valuable Medicinal Resource", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 4, page no.f34-f40, April-2024, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2404505.pdf

"Comprehensive Exploration of Butea monosperma: A Valuable Medicinal Resource", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 4, page no. ppf34-f40, April-2024, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2404505.pdf