The Hidden Healing Powers of the Baraqis Tree (Money Tree) Few People Know About
You may know the Baraka tree by one of its more common names—the Money Tree or the Tree of Prosperity. It’s a popular houseplant in many cultures, often associated with wealth, good luck, and positive energy. But did you know that beyond its symbolic meaning, this plant actually has surprising medicinal properties?
While many people keep it in their homes or offices to attract abundance and harmony, few are aware that the Baraka tree (scientifically known as Crassula ovata, also called Jade Plant or Lucky Plant) can also be used for natural healing, much like the well-known aloe vera plant.
If you don’t already have a Baraka tree on your windowsill, now might be the perfect time to bring one into your home—not just for prosperity, but for your health too.
🌱 A Mysterious Healer: The Energy Connection
One of the most fascinating beliefs surrounding the Baraka tree is its sensitivity to human energy. Anecdotal evidence suggests that if someone in the house is seriously ill, the plant often begins to wither, yellow, or even turn black. Once the person begins to recover, the tree gradually returns to health, as if it had absorbed the negative energy from its surroundings.
While this phenomenon hasn’t been scientifically proven, it’s a powerful symbol of the plant’s energetic connection to its environment—and to us.
🩺 Lesser-Known Medicinal Uses of the Baraka Tree
Just like aloe vera, the Baraka tree has soothing, anti-inflammatory, and mild antimicrobial properties. Traditionally, its fleshy leaves have been used to treat various skin issues, joint pain, and even urinary problems.
Here are some of its most notable uses:
🔥 1. Burns, Cuts, Bruises, and Strains
The gel-like juice inside the Baraka tree’s leaves has a cooling and healing effect on the skin. For minor burns, scratches, bruises, or muscle strains:
Slice a few fresh leaves and apply the juice directly to the affected area.
Wrap the area with a clean bandage or gauze.
Repeat every 5 hours with fresh leaf extract.
This can help soothe pain, reduce inflammation, and accelerate healing.
🐜 2. Insect Bites and Stings
Insect bites can cause swelling, itching, and irritation. The Baraka tree can offer quick relief:
Crush a few leaves into a fine pulp.
Apply the paste directly to insect bites.
Repeat 3–4 times a day for best results.
The natural compounds in the plant may help reduce redness and itching.
🚽 3. Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs), Including Pyelonephritis and Cystitis
Though more research is needed, some traditional remedies use Baraka tree extract for mild urinary tract inflammation.
Chop 5 fresh leaves finely.
Add them to 200 ml of hot water.
Let the mixture steep for 1 hour, then strain.
Drink 1 tablespoon 20 minutes before meals, twice a day.
⚠️ Important: Always consult your doctor before using this or any natural remedy for internal use, especially for infections.
😷 4. Sore Throat
The soothing juice of the Baraka tree can be used as a gargle for throat infections and irritation.
Squeeze juice from about 10 fresh leaves.
Mix the juice with 300 ml of warm water.
Gargle after meals, 3 times a day.
This solution may help relieve pain and reduce inflammation in the throat.
😮💨 5. Cold Sores (Herpes on the Lips)
Cold sores can be painful and unsightly, but this plant might offer gentle relief:
Extract the juice from a few leaves.
Dab the liquid onto the sore every hour.
If hourly application isn’t possible, soak a cotton pad in the juice, place it over the affected area, and secure it with a small bandage.
Repeat for no more than 2 days.
The plant’s antiviral and drying properties may help speed healing.
🦵 6. Arthritis and Joint Pain (Arthrosis)
Joint inflammation can make movement painful. Here’s how to use the Baraka tree as a topical remedy:
Finely grate or crush 13–14 leaves.
Extract the juice and apply it directly to the sore joints at bedtime.
Gently massage it into the skin and leave it overnight.
While not a cure, this method may soothe inflammation and ease pain when used consistently.
⚠️ Important Caution: The Baraka Tree Contains Toxic Compounds
Although the Baraka tree has various healing properties, it’s important to know that the plant contains a low level of natural toxins, such as arsenic-like compounds (especially in large quantities). Therefore:
Do not ingest the plant without professional guidance.
Avoid internal use, especially for children or pregnant women.
Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before starting any natural treatment.
The topical applications mentioned above are generally considered safe in small amounts, but individual allergies or sensitivities can still occur. Always do a patch test on a small area of skin before full application.
🌿 Final Thoughts: A Powerful Plant Beyond Prosperity
While most people grow the Money Tree simply for its decorative value or for attracting wealth, the Baraka tree also holds a treasure trove of natural healing abilities—many of which are overlooked in modern households.
From soothing burns and sore throats to helping with insect bites and joint pain, this humble plant can be a useful addition to your natural medicine cabinet. With proper care and responsible use, it can support your health just as much as your home’s energy.
So next time you water your Baraka tree, remember—it might be doing more for you than just standing there looking pretty. It could be quietly healing, protecting, and balancing the energy and wellness of your space.
