Botanically known as Grewia asiatica, is a shrubby plant mostly cultivated in states of Punjab, Haryana and U.P. It is a native species and its fruit has a lot of health benefits.

Fruit is berry with sweet and sour flavour similar to grapes and Jamuns. It is a summer fruit available in months of May- June.

Fruits are green while raw and purle, black while ripen. Over ripe berries are perfect ones for a reviving summer drink.

Health Benefits of fruits :

1. Natural cooling ability makes it a special summer drink.

2. It has a low glycemic index which can help in controlling diabetes

3. The anti oxidants present in the fruits helps in fighting against cardiac related diseases and cancer

4. It has plenty of potassium which can help in relieving diarrhoea, nausea and vomiting.

5. Good for skin and keeps away problems like acne, pimples and dryness.

6. Relieves stomach ache

7. Relieves from respiratory ailments like asthma, bronchitis, cold and cough.

8. Rich in calcium and potassium and so strengthens bones and muscles