Spikenard Scientific Name
Nardostachys jatamansi
Spikenard Other Names
English: Spikenard
Hindi: Jatamansi
Sanskrit: Tapasvini, Vilomasa, Bhutajata, Jatamansi, Nalanda
Hindi: Jatamansi
Sanskrit: Tapasvini, Vilomasa, Bhutajata, Jatamansi, Nalanda
What is Spikenard?
Spikenard, also known as “Tapaswani” in Ayurveda, is a dwarf, perennial, herbaceous, hairy, and endangered plant species. With thick roots and hairs, this aromatic herb has a cooling effect on the body. It works as a natural nervine tonic and memory enhancer by minimizing cell damage using its antioxidant property. It treats mental disorders like schizophrenia, epilepsy, stress, anxiety, depression and induces healthy sleep. Additionally, it also helps in treating skin problems because of its antifungal and antioxidant properties.
Common forms of Spikenard
Powder, Tablet, Capsule, Oil, Dried Rhizomes (underground stems)
Spikenard is commonly used for:
- Calming anxiety
- Reducing epilepsy
- Treating insomnia, headache and memory loss
- Increasing memory and learning
- Eye Irritation
- Wound healing
- Reducing wrinkles
- Promoting hair growth
- Osteoporosis
- Impotence
- Nightmares
- Jet Lag
- Reducing chances of Hepatitis and Jaundice
- Preventing and treating Baldness
- Preventing enlargement of the liver
Spikenard Dosage
Powder: ¼ – ½ teaspoon (1 to 3 grams) or as prescribed.
Oil: 2-5 drops or as prescribed.
Tablet: 2-5 drops or as prescribed.
Capsule: 1-2 capsules twice a day or as prescribed.
Oil: 2-5 drops or as prescribed.
Tablet: 2-5 drops or as prescribed.
Capsule: 1-2 capsules twice a day or as prescribed.
Spikenard Side-effects and Warnings
Common side-effects: Excess intake can cause vomiting, twitching, abdominal pain, or purgation.
Not so common side-effects: Not known.
Pregnant or Nursing Mothers: It is advisable to avoid Spikenard or use only under medical supervision during pregnancy.
Children: Must be given under medical supervision.
Warning:
People with high blood pressure and females in menstruation should avoid this herb because Spikenard can increase blood flow.
Not so common side-effects: Not known.
Pregnant or Nursing Mothers: It is advisable to avoid Spikenard or use only under medical supervision during pregnancy.
Children: Must be given under medical supervision.
Warning:
People with high blood pressure and females in menstruation should avoid this herb because Spikenard can increase blood flow.
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