🌿 What is Jatamansi Powder?
Jatamansi Powder is a revered herbal remedy derived from the dried rhizomes of Nardostachys jatamansi, commonly known as Spikenard. In Tamil, it is referred to as “ஜடாமான்சி” (Jatamansi). This potent root is esteemed in Ayurveda and Siddha medicine for its diverse medicinal properties, particularly in supporting mental well-being and promoting hair health.
🌿 Description of the Jatamansi (Nardostachys jatamansi) Plant
- Botanical Name:Nardostachys jatamansi
- Family:Caprifoliaceae
- Common Names:Spikenard (English), Jatamansi (Sanskrit & Hindi), Jatamansi (Tamil)
Jatamansi is a perennial herb native to the Himalayan regions of India, Nepal, and Bhutan. It thrives in high-altitude, moist, and shaded environments. The plant is characterized by its aromatic rhizomes, which are the primary source of its medicinal properties.
🌿 Morphological Characteristics of Jatamansi
- Plant Size:Grows up to 1 meter in height.
- Leaves:Elongated, lance-shaped, and arranged in a rosette pattern.
- Flowers:Pink to pale purple, bell-shaped, and borne in clusters.
- Rhizomes:Brown, hairy, and aromatic; used for medicinal purposes.
✨ Uses & Benefits of Jatamansi Powder
🧠 Mental Health & Cognitive Function
- Acts as a brain tonic, enhancing memory and cognitive abilities.
- Helps manage anxiety, stress, and insomnia due to its calming properties.
- Used in the treatment of epilepsy and hysteria.
💇 Hair & Scalp Care
- Promotes hair growth and strengthens hair roots.
- Prevents premature graying and reduces dandruff.
- Nourishes the scalp, improving overall hair health.
🩺 Skin Health
- Treats skin conditions like dermatitis and psoriasis.
- Promotes wound healing and reduces scarring.
- Delays signs of aging by reducing wrinkles and fine lines.
💤 Sleep Aid
- Induces restful sleep by calming the nervous system.
- Beneficial for individuals suffering from insomnia.
🩸 Cardiovascular & Digestive Health
- Helps in managing hypertension by lowering blood pressure.
- Aids digestion and alleviates gastrointestinal issues like bloating and flatulence.
⚠️ Precautions & Safety Information
- Consult a healthcare professional before use, especially if pregnant, breastfeeding, or on medication.
- Not recommended for individuals with bleeding disorders or those scheduled for surgery.
- Excessive consumption may lead to drowsiness or digestive discomfort.
🌱 Jatamansi Powder Organic Information
- 100% natural and traditionally processed.
- Free from pesticides, additives, and synthetic chemicals.
- Sourced from sustainable and uncontaminated environments.
- Dried under shade to preserve medicinal properties and finely powdered.
- Widely used in Ayurvedic and Siddha remedies for holistic healing..
Jatamansi(Spikenard) Names in different languages
⭐ Family Name: Caprifoliaceae (Honeysuckle family)
⭐ Botanical (Latin) name: Nardostachys jatamansi, Nardostachys Grandiflora DC
⭐ Sanskrit: Tapasvini, Vilomasa, Bhutajata भूतजटा, Nalanda (aromatic), Jatamanji Jatamansi जटामांसी, Natah, Tagarah -(hairy entangled roots/ rhizome),
⭐ English: Spikenard, Nard, Nardin, Muskroot, Indian Nard, Indian Spikenard, Rhizoma, and Nardus root
⭐ Tamil: ஜடாமஞ்சி / Jadamanji, Jatamamsi, shadamangie, Takaram, Jatamamsi Kilangu (ஜடாமாம்சி கிழங்கு), ஜடாமாஸீ Jatamasi, சக்கரவர்திநீ Chakkaravarttini
⭐ Hindi: जटामासी Jatamasi, बालछड़ी balchhari, mansi, nihani, smak, sumaya, tagar, जटामासी Jatamashi, Sugandhbala, Mamsi, Jata Jatila,
⭐ Telugu: Tagara Jatamansi జటామాంసి, Jatamamsi Chekka (జటామాంసి చెక్క)
⭐ Kannada: Bhootajata, Jatale, Naati jatamaansi, Nandu batlu, Tagara, Jatamamsi Beru (ಜಟಾಮಾಂಸಿ ಬೇರು), Ganigalamusthe
⭐ Malayalam: ജടാമാഞ്ചി / Jatamanji, Takaram, Manchi Jatamansi Ver (ജടാമാംസി വേര്)
⭐ Punjabi: Jatamansi (ਜਟਾਮਾਂਸੀ)
⭐ Bengali: Jatamansi (জাতামানসি)
⭐ Gujarati: Jatamansi (જટામાંસી)
⭐ Marathi: Thagar mool Jatamansi (जटामांसी)
⭐ Odia: Jatamansi (ଜଟାମାନ୍ସୀ)
⭐ Assamese: Jatamansi (জাতামানসি)
⭐ Urdu: Jatamansi (جٹامانسی), Balchar, Sumbul-ul-teeb ﺳﹹﻤﺒﹹﻞ ﺍﹸﻝ ﺗﻴﺐ
⭐ Konkani: Jatamansi Vel
⭐ Tulu: Jatamansi Gadde
⭐ Meitei (Manipuri): Jatamansi
⭐ Dogri: Jatamansi
⭐ Kashmiri: Balchhar (بلچھڑ), Mushkbala
⭐ Maithili: Jatamansi (जटामांसी)
⭐ Chhattisgarhi: Jatamansi
⭐ Rajasthani: Jatamansi
⭐ Sindhi: Balchhar
⭐ Nepali: Jatamasi (जटामासी)
⭐ Arabi: Sunbul Al-Tib (سنبلة الطيب)/ Sambul lateeb/ Sumbul-ut-teeb
⭐ Chinese: Gan Song Xiang (甘松香)
⭐ Malay (Malaysia): Jatamansi Akar
⭐ Thai: Chamtao In (ชำเท้าอิน)
⭐ Vietnamese: Rễ Xạ Hương
⭐ Spanish: Espliego Almizclado
Nutrition Facts (Approximate per 100 g of Spikenard)
❦ Calories: 320 kcal
❦ Protein: 6.8 g
❦ Fat: 2.7 g
❦ Carbohydrates: 73 g
❦ Fiber: 24 g
❦ Sugar: 1.2 g
❦ Iron: 9.1 mg
❦ Calcium: 180 mg
❦ Potassium: 410 mg
❦ Vitamin C: 12 mg
❦ Magnesium: 75 mg
❦ Essential Oils: Rich in sesquiterpenoids and jatamansone, providing its therapeutic properties.
Recommended Dosage
❄️ Churna / Powder: 1/2-1 tsp once or twice daily with warm water or honey.
❄️ Capsule: 500 mg, 1-3 times daily.
❄️ Oil: A small number of drops(1-2ml ) can be added to diffusers or mixed with carrier oil for application on the skin.
Parts Used
❄️ Roots.
How to consume Internally
🌻 Stress and Sleep:
❄️ Mix 1/4 teaspoon of Jatamansi root powder in warm milk or water and consume it before bedtime to promote relaxation and restful sleep.
🌻 For Brain Health:
❄️ Take 1/4 teaspoon of Jatamansi powder with honey in the morning to enhance memory and focus.
🌻 For Digestive Health:
❄️ Prepare a decoction by boiling 1 teaspoon of Jatamansi root powder in 2 cups of water. Strain and drink once a day to improve digestion.
🌻 For General Well-being:
❄️ Use Jatamansi oil (extracted from the roots) in a diffuser or as aromatherapy to reduce stress and uplift mood.
How to Apply Externally
🌻 For Hair Care:
❄️ Mix Jatamansi root powder with coconut or almond oil and apply it to the scalp. Leave it for 30 minutes before washing to promote hair growth and reduce dandruff.
🌻 For Skin Health:
❄️ Make a paste with Jatamansi powder and rose water. Apply it to the face to treat acne, scars, or pigmentation.
🌻 For Pain Relief:
❄️ Apply a mixture of Jatamansi powder and sesame oil to painful joints to reduce inflammation and stiffness.
How to Store
☀️ Keep in an airtight container away from moisture and direct sunlight.
☀️ Ensure the lid is tightly closed after every use.
Caution to Be Taken
⚡ Consult a physician if pregnant, breastfeeding, or on medication.
⚡ There may be interactions with medications, particularly those affecting blood sugar and blood pressure levels.
⚡ Avoid excessive consumption to prevent toxicity.
⚡ Not suitable for infants or children without medical advice.
⚡ Not recommended for long-term use without medical guidance.
⚡ Always consult a healthcare provider for personalized dosage.
Important Tips
☀️ Initiate 🌱 with a Low Dose: Start with a minimal amount to observe how your body responds.
☀️ Use Moderately: 🌿 Avoid excessive, long-term use without guidance
Prioritize Quality: 🍁 Purchase from trusted vendors to ensure product purity
☀️ Conduct a Patch Test: 🍂 Always conduct a patch test before applying to the skin
☀️ Storage Considerations: 🍃 Avoid metal containers to maintain the product’s effectiveness.
Harvesting & Manufacturing Method
☀️ All of our herbs are harvested organically, dried, and ground without chemical interaction, guaranteeing 🌳 that our herbal powders and related products are entirely natural.
☀️ Sourced from sustainably 🌿 cultivated Coscinium plants found in tropical mountains and forests.
☀️ These herbs are carefully picked by🌱 hand and dried in the sun to maintain and preserve, their nutritional benefits.
☀️ They are Processed without any additives or chemicals, 🌾 ensuring, and guaranteeing their natural purity.
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