Scientific Name: Rubus ellipticus
Devnagari: ऐंसेलु
Pronunciation: Ain-sé-loo
Ainselu also known as golden evergreen raspberry, golden himalayan raspberry, or yellow himalayan raspberry, is an Asian species of thorny fruiting shrub in the rose family. It is commonly found in the hilly areas all over Nepal. It is orange in color and a bit sour/sweet in taste.
Ainselu has a high health benefit. Its roots are used to treat stomach pain and headaches, and its fruits are used to treat indigestion. The bark is used for medical reasons in Tibetan villages, mainly as a renal tonic and an antidiuretic. Its juices can be used to treat coughs, fevers, colic and sore throat.
Ainselu is recorded as rich source of phenolics, beta carotenes, ascorbic acid (vitamin C), many other important metabolites and antioxidants. The leaves contain various helpful properties as well. The fruit extracts contain antimicrobial properties.
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