Spikenard (Jatamansi)

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Specifications

Color Plant Part Dried/Fresh Available Forms
Brown Roots Dried Whole/Powdered
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Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Nardostachys jatamansi
  • Family: Caprifoliaceae (formerly Valerianaceae)
  • Other Common Names:
    • Hindi/Sanskrit: Jatamansi
    • English: Spikenard
    • Urdu: Balchhar
    • Arabic: Sumbul-ut-Teeb
    • Tibetan: Pang Poe

Description:

Spikenard, also known as Jatamansi (scientific name Nardostachys jatamansi), is a flowering plant native to the Himalayas. It is renowned for its aromatic rhizome, which has been used for centuries in traditional medicine, particularly in Ayurvedic practices. The plant is prized for its calming and soothing properties, often used to support mental health, reduce stress, and promote relaxation. Spikenard oil, extracted from the rhizome, is also valued in perfumes and aromatherapy for its deep, musky scent. It is believed to have anti-inflammatory, anti-anxiety, and sedative effects.

Properties:

  • Rasa (Taste): Bitter (Tikta), Pungent (Katu)
  • Virya (Potency): Hot (Ushna)
  • Vipaka (Post-digestive effect): Pungent (Katu)
  • Dosha Action: Balances Vata and Kapha
  • Pharmacological Properties:
    • Antidepressant
    • Sedative
    • Neuroprotective
    • Antioxidant
    • Anti-inflammatory
    • Antispasmodic
    • Anticonvulsant

Detailed Uses:

  • Mental Health: Helps manage insomnia and epilepsy.
  • Hair Care: Stimulates hair growth, prevents premature greying, and combats dandruff.
  • Skin Health: Used to treat eczema, rashes, and skin inflammation.
  • Cardiovascular System: Reduces palpitations and helps manage hypertension.
  • Digestive Health: Acts as a mild laxative, helping with digestion and improving appetite.
  • Reproductive Health: Helps regulate menstrual cycles and relieves menstrual cramps.
  • Aromatherapy & Spiritual Use: Used in essential oils and incense for meditation, grounding, and relaxation.