Prosopis juliflora (SW.) DC.

Prosopis juliflora (SW.) DC. belongs to Mimosaceae family.

The Arabic names for this herb are Ghaff, Miskeet.

The English name for this herb is Velvet Mesquite.

The Urdu names for this herb are Jand, Kandi, Vilayati Kikar.

Warning: The ingestion of herb over a long period results in death.If used uncontrolled may cause emesis.

Description

None recorded.

Pharmacological Actions

The pharmacological actions of Prosopis juliflora (SW.) DC. are Anti-fungal, Anti-viral, Astringent, Cathartic, Cooling , Desiccant, Discutient, Emetic.

Indications

The indications of Prosopis juliflora (SW.) DC.'s Leaves are Eye Inflammation, Cold, Catarrh, Diarrhoea, Skin Sores, Flu, Headache, Stomachache, Abscessed teeth.

The indications of Prosopis juliflora (SW.) DC.'s seeds and Bark are Pharyngitis, Bronchitis, Laryngitis.

Contraindications

None recorded.

Temperament

The temperament of Prosopis juliflora (SW.) DC. is 1st order, cold and dry.

Occurrence, Taste & Odor

None recorded.

Dosage

Part	Dose	Instructions
Whole Herb	5.000 – 7.000 g	N/A

Available Brands

None recorded.

Compound Preparations

No Compound Preparation information is available for Prosopis juliflora (SW.) DC..

Substitutes

No information regarding Prosopis juliflora (SW.) DC.'s substitute is currently available.

Active Constituents

No information regarding Prosopis juliflora (SW.) DC.'s active constituent is currently available.

Antidotes

No information regarding Prosopis juliflora (SW.) DC.'s antidote is currently available.

Toxicity

Currently no Toxicity information is available for Prosopis juliflora (SW.) DC.. (work in progress)