Juglans Regia Information-Uses and Benefits

Juglans Regia is a plant that grows about 20m on an average. These trees flower in the month of June and the seeds become ripe by October. The flowers are usually pollinated by the wind as both male and female flowers can be found on the same plant. Juglans Regia is a self fertile plant and is one of its kinds. The plant grows well in drained soil like sand or clay. Presence of acids, neutrals and alkaline in the soil is a plus point for the plant’s growth. These plants only grow in moist soil with adequate sunlight.

Juglans RegiaThe sap and the seed of the plant’s fruit are used as edible components. The seeds can be eaten raw. These seeds are also majorly used in confections, cakes, ice-creams etc. the seeds can also be ground and used as a flavoring agent in sweets and savory dishes. Fruits of these plants can also be used in the preparation of pickles at the time when they are unripe. Edible oil is also extracted from the seeds of these fruit, however it should be stored for a long time as it goes rancid very soon. This edible oil has its major application in salads and even in cooking various delicacies. The sap of the fruit is used in making sugar. Also the shells that are finely ground are used in the stuffing of ‘agnolotti’ pasta. They are also considered as an ideal substance for the adulteration of spices. The green husks can be dried and used as a rich source of vitamin C. These vitamins can be extracted and used in the production of vitamin supplements. The leaves of these plants can also be used exactly like tea-leaves.Juglans Regia

The walnut tree has also shown its contribution in treating various health disorders. The leaves of this tree have been very effective against anthelmintic, inflammation, astringent and others. They have also shown positive results in the treatment of constipation, chronic coughs, asthma, diarrhea, dyspepsia etc. The leaves can not only be used as a skin treatment, but also be used as a blood purifier. Strumous sores can be controlled and treated by walnut leaves. Walnut is being used in the treatment of cancer since ancient days.Juglans Regia Researchers claim that some extracts from the plant have been powerful in fighting cancer. Apart from its medicinal uses, the plant extracts are also used in the formation of various dyes. These dyes are further used to dye hair. They are also used in making of other useful goods like soap, paint etc.