Cassia
Cassia
Cassia (pronunciation: /ˈkæsiə/) is a term used in various contexts in the medical field. It is most commonly associated with a genus of flowering plants in the legume family, Fabaceae, and the subfamily Caesalpinioideae. These plants are used in traditional medicine and for culinary purposes.
Etymology
The term "Cassia" is derived from the Greek word "kasia", used to describe a type of aromatic bark. It is believed to be a loanword from an ancient Semitic language.
Medical Uses
Cassia plants, particularly Senna, are used in traditional medicine for their laxative properties. The leaves and pods of the plant are used to treat constipation and clear the bowel before diagnostic tests such as colonoscopy.
Cassia cinnamon, another species in the Cassia genus, is used as a spice and also has medicinal properties. It is used to treat diabetes, prediabetes, and metabolic syndrome. However, it contains coumarin, which can cause liver damage if consumed in large amounts.
Related Terms
- Senna: A species of Cassia used as a laxative in traditional medicine.
- Cassia cinnamon: A species of Cassia used as a spice and in traditional medicine.
- Cassia oil: An essential oil derived from the leaves, bark, and twigs of the Cassia plant.
- Cassia bark: The bark of the Cassia tree, used as a spice and in traditional medicine.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Cassia
- Wikipedia's article - Cassia
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