Prunus domestica Linn.
Prunus domestica Linn. is also known as Prunus communis Huds.var. institia HK., Prunus alucha Royle, Prunus bokhariensis Royle ex C.K. Schn., Prunus communis Huds, Prunus insititia - L. belongs to Rosaceae family.
The Arabic names for this herb are Barquq, Ujas.
The English names for this herb are Bokhara Plum, Cherry Plum, Prunus.
The Urdu names for this herb are Alu-Bukhara, Alucha, Ujas.
Description
Prunus domestica Linn.. A decidious Tree growing to 6m by 5m at a medium rate. It is in flower in April, and the seeds ripen in October. The flowers are hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and are pollinated by Bees, insects.A small tree, with twigs pubescent when young, flowers white usually in clusters, fruits firm in texture, varying in colour from green and golden yellow to red and dark purple; stones large, rough or pitted.
Prunus domestica Linn.'s Fruit. The fruit is about 3cm in diameter and contains one large seed.
Pharmacological Actions
The pharmacological actions of Prunus domestica Linn. are Anti-bilious, Anti-emetic, Anti-gonorrhoeal, Anti-hypertensive, Anti-leucorrhoeal, Anti-nauseant, Astringent, Cholagogue, Demulcent, Digestive, Emollient, Exhilarant, Hepatoprotective, Laxative, Nutritive, Refrigerant, Uterine Tonic.
The pharmacological actions of Prunus domestica Linn.'s Fruit are Anti-bilious, Aperient, Demulcent, Digestive, Laxative, Nutritive, Refrigerant.
Indications
The indications of Prunus domestica Linn.'s Decoction (leaves) are Biliousness, Jaundice, Cold, Anaemia, Gonorrhoea, Piles, Hepatomegaly, Bilious Obstruction.
The indications of Prunus domestica Linn.'s Fruit are Anaemia, Dyspepsia, Biliousness, Enlarged Liver, Headache, Bilious Fever, Hypertension, Constipation, Vomiting, Gonorrhoea, Piles, Cough, Nausea, Thirst.
The indications of Prunus domestica Linn.'s Leaves are Cough, Intestinal Worms.
Contraindications
None recorded.
Temperament
The temperament of Prunus domestica Linn. is 2nd order, cold and moist.
Occurrence, Taste & Odor
Odor: The odor of Fruit of Prunus domestica Linn. is Fruity.
Taste: Fruit: Sweet and Sour.
Dosage
| Part | Dose | Instructions |
|---|---|---|
| Whole Herb | 0.000 – 0.000 | N/A |
| Fruit | 3.000 – 5.000 Nos. | For safe purgation 10-20 Nos of fruit should be used. |
Available Brands
None recorded.
Compound Preparations
Prunus domestica Linn. is used in the preparation of Sherbet Alu Bokhara, Sherbet Mulayyin.
Substitutes
The substitutes of Prunus domestica Linn. are Prunus cerasus Linn, Tamarindus indica Linn..
Active Constituents
The active constituents of Prunus domestica Linn.'s Fruit are Ascorbic Acid, Caffeic Acid, Calcium, Calcium Pectate [1.3%], Carotene, Copper, Fructose, Glucose, Iron, Kaempferol, Malic Acid, Nicotinic Acid, Pectins, Phosphorus, Potassium, Proteins, Sucrose, Sugars, Tannin, Tartaric Acid, Vitamin A.
The active constituents of Prunus domestica Linn.'s Kernel are Amygdalin, Emulsin, Fatty Acids, Phosphatides.
The active constituent of Prunus domestica Linn.'s Leaves is Hydrogen cyanide.
Antidotes
The antidotes of Prunus domestica Linn. are Pistacia lentiscus Linn., Rosa damascena Miller [Used in the form of gulqand i.e.rose petals preserve in sugar.], Zizyphus jujuba Mill, Apis mellifera L. (Honey).
Toxicity
Prunus domestica Linn. (Leaves)
Constituent: Hydrogen cyanide
Hydrogen cyanide, a poison that gives almonds their characteristic flavour. It is usually present in too small a quantity to do any harm but any very bitter seed or fruit should not be eaten. In excess, however, it can cause respiratory failure and even death.