Description
JYOTISHMATI (CELASTRUS PANICULATUS)
Jyotishmati, scientifically known as Celastrus paniculatus Wild (Celastraceae) is one of the most important medicinal plants in Ayurveda. The plant has shown significant pharmacological activities like anti-arthritic, wound healing, hypolipidemic, and antioxidant.
Celastrus paniculatus seeds are used to alleviate cognitive issues and promote intestinal health. The seeds can also be made into an oil, which is sometimes used during massage. The oil is used to alleviate skin inflammation and has a mild sedative effect.
Celastrus paniculatus seeds and its oil are used for the treatment
- Sciatica.
- Amnesia.
- Leprosy(Juzaam).
- Pneumonia.
- Pleurisy.
- Anaemia (Su -al-Qiniya).
- Ascites (Istisqa).
- Loss of appetite.
- Flatulence.
- Sexual weakness.
- Amenorrhea.
- Leucoderma.
- Gout.
