Prunus cerasus Linn
Prunus cerasus Linn belongs to Rosaceae family.
The Arabic name for this herb is Qarasiya.
The English names for this herb are Cherry Tree, Common Cherry, Red Sour Cherry.
The Urdu names for this herb are Alu-balu, Gilas, Kelash, Olchi.
Description
Prunus cerasus Linn. A small tree usually round-topped or spreading, bearing root suckers; leaves ovate, hard, stiff and rather abruptly pointed, minutely toothed. Flowers white, in clusters of 2-5 on slender pedicels, appearing with the leaves; fruits globose, 0.6-1.25 cm in diam., light red to nearly black, acid or sweet
Pharmacological Actions
The pharmacological actions of Prunus cerasus Linn's Bark are Astringent, Febrifuge.
The pharmacological actions of Prunus cerasus Linn are Anti-bilious, Anti-diarrhoeal, Anti-emetic, Anti-gonorrhoeal, Anti-nauseant, Anti-pyretic, Astringent, Bitter, Cardiotonic, Detergent, Diuretic, Emmenagogue, Emollient, Laxative, Lithontriptic, Nervine Tonic, Refrigerant, Stomachic.
The pharmacological actions of Prunus cerasus Linn's Seed Kernel are Emmenagogue, Nervine Tonic.
Indications
The indications of Prunus cerasus Linn are Thirst, Sore Throat, Blood Pressure.
The indications of Prunus cerasus Linn's Fruit are Blood Heat, Urinary Affections, Vomiting, Cough, Constipation, Hoarseness, Biliousness, Nausea.
The indications of Prunus cerasus Linn's Fruit (dried) are Kidney Stones, Bladder Stones.
The indications of Prunus cerasus Linn's Gum are Facial Fairness, Chronic Cough.
The indications of Prunus cerasus Linn's Seed are Urine Retention, Scabies, Liver Complaints, Renal Calculi, Constipation, Fever, Amenorrhoea, Gonorrhoea.
The indication of Prunus cerasus Linn's Seed Kernel is Nervous Affections.
Contraindications
None recorded.
Temperament
The temperament of Prunus cerasus Linn is 1st order, warm and moist.
Occurrence, Taste & Odor
Odor: The odor of Fruit of Prunus cerasus Linn is Characteristic.
Taste: Fruit: Sweet and Sour.
Dosage
| Part | Dose | Instructions |
|---|---|---|
| Whole Herb | 0.000 – 0.000 | N/A |
| Fruit | 0.000 – 0.000 | N/A |
| Fruit (dried) | 0.000 – 0.000 | N/A |
| Gum | 1.000 – 2.000 g | N/A |
| Kernel | 0.000 – 0.000 | N/A |
| Seed Kernel | 9.000 – 0.000 Nos. | N/A |
Available Brands
- SURFICOL SYRUPQARSHI INDUSTRIES (PVT) LTD
Compound Preparations
Prunus cerasus Linn is used in the preparation of Ma'jun Sang-i-Sar-i-Mahi, Sherbet Abu-balu.
Substitutes
The substitute of Prunus cerasus Linn is Prunus domestica Linn..
Active Constituents
The active constituents of Prunus cerasus Linn are Ascorbic Acid, Calcium, Hydrocyanic Acid, Iron, Kaempferol, Nicotinic Acid, Phosphorus, Potassium, Prunasine, Riboflavin, Tannin, Vitamin A.
Antidotes
The antidotes of Prunus cerasus Linn are Piper nigrum Linn., Sikanjibin [Should be prepared by lemon juice and honey.], Sodium Chloride.
Toxicity
Currently no Toxicity information is available for Prunus cerasus Linn. (work in progress)