Indian Nard

Nardostachys grandiflora, Nardostachys Jatamansi, Indian Nard, Jatamansi, Balchhad

Botanical Name : Nardostachys grandiflora, Nardostachys Jatamansi

English Name : Indian Nard

Hindi Name : Jatamansi, Balchhad

Sanskrit Name : Jatamansi

Description

Spikenard is a perennial Herb native to India. It is cultivated on Himalayan slopes.

Spikenard-Indian is a member of Valerianceae plant family. This is an erect perennial herb. The leaves are sessile, oblong and sub ovate. The flowers are pink in dense cymes. The essential oil, useful in Ayurvedic medicine, is derived from thick grey rhizomes covered with reddish brown fibrous remains of the petioles of the leaves.

Usage

Jatamansi roots and the oil derived from it are useful in bringing sound sleep. The mild sedative effect of this herb is notable.

Obtained Chemical Compounds

Fatty acids are obtained from this plant.

Gujarati, Marathi, Kannada, Malayalam: Jatamasi

Bengali: Balchar

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