Eugenia aromatica Bail
Eugenia aromatica Bail is also known as Caryophyllus aromaticus Linn., Eugenia aromaticus Kuntze, Eugenia caryophyllata Thunb., Myrtus caryophyllus Willd., Syzygium aromaticum {Linn.} Merr. & L.M.Perry belongs to Myrtaceae family.
The Arabic name for this herb is Qaranfal.
The English name for this herb is Clove Tree.
The Urdu names for this herb are Laong, Qaranfal.
Description
Eugenia aromatica Bail. A pyramidal or conical evergreen tree, 9-12 m high, sometimes taller. Main stems erect, c. 100 cm in girth, often forking at a height of 1.5-1.8 m; bark, smooth, grey; leaves lanceolate, in pairs, acute at both ends, 7.5-12.3 cm x 2.5-3.75 cm; gland dotted, fragrant; flower-buds borne in small clusters at the ends of branches, greenish, turning pink at the time of maturity, aromatic; drupes (Mother-of-Clove) fleshy, dark pink, 2.5 cm long x 1.5 cm thick. Seeds oblong, soft, grooved on one side, 1.5 crn. long
Pharmacological Actions
The pharmacological actions of Eugenia aromatica Bail are Anaesthetic, Analgesic, Anti-asthmatic, Anti-constipative, Anti-diarrhoeal, Anti-emetic, Anti-gout, Anti-histamine, Anti-nauseant, Anti-neuralgic, Anti-oxidant , Anti-pyretic, Anti-rheumatic, Anti-septic, Anti-spasmodic, Anti-thrombotic, Anti-tussive, Anti-viral, Appetizer, Aromatic, Avoricious, Bactericidal, Brain Tonic, Cardiac Tonic, Carminative, Deodorant, Digestive, Exhilarant, Expectorant, Hepatic Stimulant, Increases Circulation , Insect-repellent, Irritant, Kidneys Stimulant, Masticatory, Promotes Fatty Acid Digestion, Rubefacient, Sialagogue, Stimulant, Stomachic, Tonic, Vasodilator.
The pharmacological actions of Eugenia aromatica Bail's Oil are Analgesic, Anodyne, Anti-septic, Bactericidal, Carminative, Counter-Irritant, Insect-repellent, Irritant, Rubefacient.
Indications
The indications of Eugenia aromatica Bail are Toothache, Flatulence, Sores, Cholera, Worms, Sexual Debility, Indigestion, Warts, Cancer, Gastric Spasms, Inflammations, Caries, Sterility, Polyps, Gums Weakness.
The indications of Eugenia aromatica Bail's Oil are Brain Ailments, Cavities, Polyps, Sterility, Headache, Arthritis, Eructation, Hiccough, Warts, Indigestion, Vomiting, Liver Affections, Wounds, Worms, Paralysis, Gastritis, Neuralgia, Diarrhoea, Hypersensitive Dentine, Cholera, Gout, Nausea, Sores, Catarrh, Cough, Fever, Colic.
Contraindications
None recorded.
Temperament
The temperament of Eugenia aromatica Bail is 3rd order, warm and dry.
Occurrence, Taste & Odor
Odor: The odor of Eugenia aromatica Bail is Strongly Aromatic.
Taste: Bitter,Pungent.
Dosage
| Part | Dose | Instructions |
|---|---|---|
| Whole Herb | 0.500 – 1.000 g | N/A |
| Oil | 0.500 – 1.000 ml | N/A |
Available Brands
- FEMITONESynergic
- KHAMIRA ABRESHAM HAKIM ARSHAD WALAHamdard laboratories Waqf Pakistan
- MAJUN ARAD KHURMAHamdard laboratories Waqf Pakistan
- MAJUN CHOB CHEENI SADAHamdard laboratories Waqf Pakistan
- NEOBAXHamdard laboratories Waqf Pakistan
Compound Preparations
Eugenia aromatica Bail is used in the preparation of Arq Amber, Jawarish Jalinus, Jawarish Ood Shirin, Jawarish Shaheryaran, Khuban, Ma'jun Khadar, Ma'jun Supari Pak, Muffareh Kabir, Naushadaroo Sada, Neoba, Sherbet Mawaiz.
Substitutes
The substitutes of Eugenia aromatica Bail are Cinnamomum zeylanicum Blume., Myristica fragrans Houtt., Ocimum basilicum Linn..
Active Constituents
The active constituents of Eugenia aromatica Bail are Acetyl Eugenol, Alpha-Caryophyllene, Camphor Resin, Ethyl Benzoate, Eugenol, Eugenone, Gum, Ketone, Methyl Benzoate, Naphthalene, ß-Caryophyllene, Tannin, Volatile Oil.
Antidotes
The antidotes of Eugenia aromatica Bail are Areca catechu Linn., Acacia nilotica (Lam) Delile (Gum).
Toxicity
Currently no Toxicity information is available for Eugenia aromatica Bail. (work in progress)