Ilavam Pisin (Silk Cotton Tree Gum) is a natural, edible resin extracted from the bark of the Silk Cotton Tree (Bombax Ceiba), commonly used in Ayurveda and Siddha medicine for its potent body-cooling and medicinal properties. It appears as pale brown to reddish, glassy, hard chunks that become gelatinous when soaked, and is renowned for treating digestive, reproductive, and skin issues. 

• Appearance: Reddish-brown or pale brown, irregular, hard, and brittle chunks that turn into a soft gel in water.
• Cooling Agent: Highly effective as a natural body coolant, often used to alleviate excess body heat.
• Medicinal Benefits:
  • Women's Health: Used to manage excessive menstrual bleeding, leucorrhoea, and to strengthen uterine health.
  • Digestive Health: Helps treat diarrhea, dysentery, and soothes the digestive tract.
  • Reproductive Health: Traditionally used for spermatorrhea, nocturnal emissions, and to boost stamina.
  • Other Uses: Aids in treating coughs, cold, and skin blemishes (when applied externally).