Sea Buckthorn

In India, sea-buckthorn fruit grows in the cold deserts of Ladakh region of J&K, Lahul Spiti areas of Himachal Pradesh and in some parts of Arunachal Pradesh. The fruit grows wild and as of now, very little quantities have been processed. Common sea-buckthorn has branches that are dense and stiff, and very thorny. Sea-buckthorn fruit can be used to make pies, jams, lotions and liquors. The juice or pulp has other potential applications in foods or beverages. The seed and pulp oils have nutritional properties that vary under different processing methods. Sea-buckthorn oils are used as a source for ingredients in several commercially available cosmetic products and nutritional supplements. Bark and leaves may be used for treating diarrhea and dermatological disorders. India holds tremendous potential in respect of sea-buckthorn fruit production and diverse varieties which can be put to specific commercial use.