Jatamansi
जटामांसी
Spikenard · ജടാമാംസി
About
Nardostachys jatamansi. Aromatic Himalayan root used in Kerala formulations.
Classical properties
| Sanskrit | जटामांसी |
|---|---|
| English | Spikenard |
| Malayalam | ജടാമാംസി |
| Rasa (taste) | tikta, kashaya, madhura |
| Guna (quality) | laghu, snigdha |
| Virya (potency) | sheeta |
| Vipaka (post-digestive effect) | katu |
Traditional uses
Insomnia, anxiety, hysteria, headache, 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.