Dalbergia sissoo (Shisham) Leaves – Complete Detailed Guide
Common Names: Shisham, Indian Rosewood
Hindi: शीशम
Family: Fabaceae (Legume family)
Nature: Deciduous tree (leaves fall seasonally)
🌿 1️⃣ Identification of Shisham Leaves
- Shape: Broad oval to slightly heart-shaped
- Length: 5–15 cm
- Texture: Smooth & slightly glossy
- Color: Fresh green, darker when mature
- Smell: Mild earthy smell when crushed
⚠️ Many confuse Shisham with Kadam — they are different species.
🌿 2️⃣ Ayurvedic Properties
In traditional systems:
- Rasa (Taste): Kashaya (Astringent)
- Guna (Quality): Light & dry
- Virya (Potency): Cooling
- Effect on Dosha: Helps balance Pitta & Kapha
🌿 3️⃣ Major Benefits of Shisham Leaves
🩹 A) Skin Benefits
✔ Helps in eczema & itching
✔ Useful in ringworm (fungal infections)
✔ Reduces inflammation & redness
✔ Helps heal minor wounds & cuts
👉 Due to natural antibacterial & anti-inflammatory compounds.
💇 B) Hair & Scalp Benefits
Since you are interested in natural hair solutions, this is important:
✔ Reduces scalp irritation
✔ Helps in dandruff control
✔ Improves scalp health
✔ Can reduce mild hair fall caused by scalp inflammation
⚠️ But for alopecia, stronger herbs work better like:
- Eclipta prostrata (Bhringraj)
- Azadirachta indica (Neem)
- Trigonella foenum-graecum (Methi)
Shisham works as a supportive herb, not the main regrowth herb.
🦷 C) Oral Health (Traditional Use)
- Leaf decoction sometimes used for mouth ulcers
- Helps reduce gum inflammation
🩸 D) Blood Purifier (Folk Use)
In rural remedies, leaf decoction is used for detox & improving skin conditions.
⚠️ Internal use should only be under expert supervision.
🦠 E) Antibacterial & Anti-inflammatory
Leaves contain natural plant compounds that:
- Fight minor infections
- Reduce swelling
- Help in skin healing
🌿 4️⃣ How to Use Shisham Leaves
🌿 For Skin Problems
Method:
- Take fresh leaves
- Wash properly
- Grind into paste
- Apply 20–30 minutes
- Wash with lukewarm water
Use 3–4 times weekly.
🌿 For Hair Oil
Simple Infused Oil:
- Dry leaves in shade
- Crush slightly
- Heat in mustard or coconut oil for 5–7 minutes (low flame)
- Cool & strain
- Store in glass bottle
Apply 2–3 times weekly.
🌿 For Decoction (External Wash)
- Boil 10–15 leaves in 2 cups water
- Reduce to 1 cup
- Cool & strain
- Use as scalp rinse or skin wash
🌿 5️⃣ Side Effects & Precautions
⚠️ Do patch test first
⚠️ Avoid on deep wounds
⚠️ Pregnant women should avoid internal use
⚠️ Do not consume without professional guidance
🌿 6️⃣ Who Can Use It?
✔ Men & women
✔ Teenagers (16+)
✔ People with mild skin issues
✔ People with irritated scalp
🌿 7️⃣ Scientific View
Modern research shows Shisham contains:
- Flavonoids
- Tannins
- Phenolic compounds
These contribute to:
- Anti-inflammatory action
- Antimicrobial effect
- Mild antioxidant support
🌿 Final Verdict
Shisham leaves are:
✔ Good for skin infections
✔ Helpful for scalp health
✔ Supportive in hair care
✔ Useful for minor wounds
❌ Not a miracle hair regrowth solution
❌ Not a replacement for medical treatment
https://wellnesstillulast.com/
