Betula utilis (Bhurja)

Caraka did not include it under any group while Sushruta and Vagbhata have included it under Salasaradi gana. The Corky paper-like bark of this tree is used as Bhµurja patra and the buris formed by a fungus on its old stem or branches is known as BhujeÎa in Garhwal is the Bhurjagranthi.

Major Chemical Constituents– Betulin, lupeol, oleanolic acid, letulic acid, β-sitosterol, methyl betulate, methyl betulonate, Karachic acid

Part Used– Bark (Stem bark), nodes

Dosage– Powder 3-6 g., decoction 10-20 ml