it contain about 20 to 30% of tannins and 40 to 45% water soluble extractives.it contain gallic acid,phyllemblin,ethyl gallate and galloyl,the sed contain non edible oil

bahera is used as an astringent and in the treatment of dyspepsia and diarrhea.it is a constituept of trifala.gum is used as a demulcent and purgative.