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Jatamansi, Spikenard

Nardostachys jatamansi (D.Don) DC.

nervous system

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Quick Facts

Part UsedRoot, Rhizome
Categorynervous system
Primary UseAnxiety
SafetyCaution Advised

An Ayurvedic nervine and sedative. Calms the mind, promotes restful sleep, and supports memory. Used for anxiety, insomnia, and nervous disorders. Related to Valerian.

Nervine
Sedative
Antispasmodic
Cardiotonic
Memory Enhancer
Treats: Anxiety
Treats: Insomnia
Treats: Hysteria
Treats: Epilepsy
Treats: Heart palpitations
Treats: Memory loss
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Part Used:Root, Rhizome

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Healing Properties

NervineSedativeAntispasmodicCardiotonicMemory Enhancer

Treats & Supports

Anxiety
Insomnia
Hysteria
Epilepsy
Heart palpitations
Memory loss

Important Safety Information

Generally safe. May cause drowsiness. Avoid in pregnancy and lactation (insufficient data). Endangered species - use cultivated sources.

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