Samander Phal Samudra Fruit Whole Barringtonia Acutangula | Herbal Fruit

Product Information

• Product Name: Samander Phal Whole
• Botanical Name: Barringtonia acutangula (L.) Gaertn.
• Common Names: Samander Phal, Samundar Phal, Samudra Phala, Samudraphal, Samundar-Fal, Samudra Fruit, Hijjal, Hijjala
• Plant Part: Fruit
• Form: Whole / Dried Fruit
• Family: Lecythidaceae
• Category: Botanical / Herbal Raw Material
• Product Type: Whole Dried Herbal Fruit
• Colour: Green, brownish-green to brown when dried
• Texture: Firm to hard dried fruit with fibrous/leathery exterior
• Aroma: Mild characteristic botanical aroma

What Is Samander Phal?

Samander Phal is a traditional name for the fruit of Barringtonia acutangula. The species is a small to medium-sized tree associated with wet habitats and waterside environments. Official Unani material lists Samander Phal as the fruit of Barringtonia acutangula.

The related Sanskrit/vernacular name Samudra Phala is also documented for Barringtonia acutangula in Indian botanical references.

Product Features

• Whole dried Barringtonia acutangula fruit.
• Traditional name: Samander Phal.
• Also known as Samudra Phala and Samundar Phal.
• Natural whole-fruit format.
• Botanical raw material.
• Suitable for botanical identification and reference.
• Suitable for qualified traditional and research applications.
• Natural variation in fruit size, shape and colour is expected.

Benefits / Fayde

For marketplace-safe product presentation:

• Provides Barringtonia acutangula in whole-fruit form.
• Traditional botanical fruit material.
• Convenient for botanical identification and study.
• Whole form preserves natural fruit characteristics.
• Suitable as raw material where Samander Phal fruit is specifically required.
• Useful for educational and ethnobotanical reference.
• Suitable for qualified formulation research.

These are botanical and product characteristics only and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

How to Use

Use Samander Phal according to the product label, intended formulation or qualified professional guidance.

The whole dried fruit may be:

• Used as botanical reference material.
• Used for educational study.
• Cut or processed where a formulation specifically requires it.
• Used as research material.
• Further processed into coarse or powdered material by appropriately equipped professionals.

Do not determine therapeutic dosage solely from the product name.

Traditional Preparation Concept

A general raw-material sequence is:

Whole Fruit → Authentication → Cleaning → Drying → Sorting → Whole Storage or Controlled Processing

For specialized traditional formulations, follow the established formulation and professional processing procedure.

Homemade Remedy

No specific therapeutic homemade remedy is recommended for this raw botanical fruit.

Historical materia-medica sources describe traditional applications of Barringtonia acutangula, but these historical uses should not be presented as established medical benefits for a raw commercial product.

Composition

100% Whole Dried Fruit of Barringtonia acutangula, unless otherwise stated on the actual product label.

The official Unani pharmacopoeial listing specifically identifies Samander Phal as the fruit of Barringtonia acutangula.

Botanical Information

• Botanical Name: Barringtonia acutangula (L.) Gaertn.
• Family: Lecythidaceae
• Genus: Barringtonia
• Species: acutangula
• Plant Part: Fruit
• Traditional Names: Samander Phal, Samudra Phala, Hijjal, Hijjala

Indian botanical references describe the fruit as an ovoid berry with a leathery pericarp and record medicinal use of the fruits.

Regional & Common Names

Indian botanical references record Samudra phala and related vernacular names for Barringtonia racemosa, while the official Unani pharmacopoeial source identifies Samander Phal specifically with Barringtonia acutangula.

For this product, Barringtonia acutangula should be treated as the definitive botanical identity based on the supplied product name and official Unani listing.

Appearance

Whole Samander Phal generally consists of firm, elongated or ovoid dried fruits with a hard or leathery outer surface. Colour may range from greenish-brown to brown depending on maturity and drying.

Natural variations in size and shape are expected.

Aroma

The dried fruit has a mild earthy and characteristic botanical aroma.

Flavor

The raw fruit should not be evaluated by taste as a method of botanical identification or quality assessment.

Traditional & Botanical Uses

Where permitted under the applicable classification, Samander Phal Whole may be positioned as:

• Traditional botanical fruit material.
• Herbal raw material.
• Ayurvedic/Unani botanical reference material.
• Ethnobotanical study material.
• Botanical research material.
• Educational plant material.
• Raw material for qualified formulation research.

The official Unani source identifies Samander Phal as the fruit of Barringtonia acutangula.

Storage

Store Samander Phal Whole:

• In a cool, dry place.
• Away from moisture and humidity.
• Away from direct sunlight.
• In tightly sealed packaging.
• Away from strong odours.
• In a clean, dry and pest-free environment.

Reseal the package properly after each use.

Safety

• Use according to the product label or qualified professional guidance.
• Verify botanical identity and plant part before specialized use.
• Do not self-prescribe raw herbal fruits for treatment of medical conditions.
• Pregnant or breastfeeding individuals and children should seek appropriate professional guidance before internal use.
• Individuals taking medicines should consult a healthcare professional before internal use.
• Do not use material showing mould, insect infestation, excessive moisture or contamination.
• Keep out of reach of children and pets.
• Use authenticated Barringtonia acutangula material because the name Samudra Phal/Samander Phal can vary across regional sources.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Samander Phal?

Samander Phal is the traditional name for the fruit of Barringtonia acutangula in the official Unani pharmacopoeial listing.

What is the botanical name of Samander Phal?

The botanical name for this product is Barringtonia acutangula (L.) Gaertn.

What plant part is used?

This product consists of the fruit.

Is this whole fruit or powder?

This product is supplied as whole dried fruit, not powder.

Is Samander Phal the same as Samudra Phala?

The names are closely related and are used in Indian traditional literature, but botanical identification should be checked because regional sources can associate similar names with different Barringtonia species. For this listing, Barringtonia acutangula is the specified identity.

Can Samander Phal be powdered?

Yes. Whole dried fruit can be processed by appropriately equipped professionals when a specific formulation requires powdered fruit material.

Is Samander Phal edible?

Do not automatically assume that raw herbal fruit sold for traditional use is a food ingredient. Follow the actual product grade and label.

How should Samander Phal be stored?

Keep it tightly sealed in a cool, dry place away from moisture, direct sunlight and contamination.

Disclaimer

This information is provided for general botanical, product and traditional-use information only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

For this listing, Samander Phal is identified as the fruit of Barringtonia acutangula (L.) Gaertn. Official Unani material supports this identification, while some Indian botanical sources use similar Samudra Phala terminology for other Barringtonia species. The authenticated botanical name and batch specification should therefore take precedence over vernacular names.