The jackfruit (Artocarpus heterophyllus), also known as jack tree, is a part of tree in the fig, mulberry, and breadfruit family (Moraceae). It has been consumed as a food and used in traditional medicines for centuries. The leaf has many therapeutic properties especially its diabetes control, antioxidant and anti-aging properties. It has distinctive flavor and fragrance and it is known be rich in vitamin.
They are used in aquariums, too. For fish, the leaves have great nutritional value and provides biofilm grazing.
Other names: katahal (Hindi), kothaal (Assamese), chakka (Malayalam), Palappalam(Tamil) phanas (Marathi), ponos(Konkani), halasa (Kannada) Panasa(Telugu)
Some of it health benefits include:
• Anti-aging property
• Control of diabetes
• Detoxification
• Rich in Anti-oxidants and Phytonutrients
• Control heart rate and blood pressure
• Induces weight loss