Ginkgo trees, are one of the oldest species of trees cultivated in China and are believed to be 150 to 200 million years old. The ginkgo trees grow in average soil and even in full sun. The tree can grow 100 120 feet. Ginkgo trees are very resistant to pollution and infection and hardly suffer any disease. Insects rarely attack these plants. Due to these reasons these trees are most tolerant even in urban conditions and are grown as shade trees.


Working of Ginkgo Biloba:


Benefits of Ginkgo Biloba:





Ginkgo biloba is useful for relaxing coronary arteries constricted by cholesterol.

Ginkgo biloba is also useful for relieving tension and anxiety.

Ginkgo biloba is also beneficial to elevate mood and restore energy.


Ginkgo biloba is beneficial for treating vertigo and tinnitus.


Some of the clinical trials indicate that ginkgo biloba is beneficial for treating Alzheimer's disease.



Although it is a herbal medicine with enormous benefits, it should not be combined with certain antidepressants such as MAO (mono amine oxidase). Persons taking medicine for blood clotting disorders should avoid taking ginkgo biloba, as the medicine will increase the effect of prescribed medicine.

If you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, you should not take ginkgo biloba.

Side Effects:

The possible side effects of the medicine include

Ginkgo biloba may cause some gastrointestinal disorders.

Ginkgo biloba increases the risk of bleeding and if you have or had any blood clotting disorder, you should not take ginkgo biloba.

The other common side effects of ginkgo biloba may include nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, dizziness, headache and restlessness.

If you observe any of the side effect as mentioned above or any other side effect, you should stop taking ginkgo biloba and consult your doctor.

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