Jambu
जम्बू
Java Plum · ഞാവൽ
About
Syzygium cumini. Seeds and bark — diabetes specific.
Classical properties
| Sanskrit | जम्बू |
|---|---|
| English | Java Plum |
| Malayalam | ഞാവൽ |
| Rasa (taste) | kashaya, madhura, amla |
| Guna (quality) | laghu, ruksha |
| Virya (potency) | sheeta |
| Vipaka (post-digestive effect) | katu |
Traditional uses
Diabetes, diarrhea, skin disorders.
Found in formulations
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This information is educational and based on classical Ayurvedic texts. It is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified BAMS / MD-Ayurveda practitioner before using any herb therapeutically — dosage, anupana (vehicle), and combinations are person-specific.