Borassus flabellifer belongs to the Arecaceae family, commonly known as palmyra palm. This plant is a tall tree (palm) growing in sandy soil and attaining a height of 20-30 m with a straight trunk. The fruits are large and fibrous, containing usually three nuts-like portions each of which encloses a seed. Flowers and fruits were from December to September. The fruits are used in hyperdipsia, dyspepsia, flatulence, skin diseases, hemorrhages, fever, and general debility. This plant contained different active markers and showed significant biological activities such as anti-microbial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidants. The aqueous seed powder extract exhibited potent radical scavenging activity and dose-dependent manner.

Mode of Consumption: Mostly consumed Raw, Used to prepare Juice, Jam, Pickles Dried fruits etc