Diospyros ebenum Koen.
Diospyros ebenum Koen. belongs to Ebenaceae family.
The English name for this herb is Ebony.
The Urdu name for this herb is Abnoos.
Description
Diospyros ebenum Koen.. a tall perennial woody plant having a main trunk and branches forming a distinct elevated crown; includes both gymnosperms and angiosperms. Mature height is aprox. 40 to 60inches / 12.20m to 18.20m.
Pharmacological Actions
The pharmacological action of Diospyros ebenum Koen.'s Fruit is Astringent.
Indications
None recorded.
Contraindications
None recorded.
Temperament
None recorded.
Occurrence, Taste & Odor
None recorded.
Dosage
None recorded.
Available Brands
None recorded.
Compound Preparations
No Compound Preparation information is available for Diospyros ebenum Koen..
Substitutes
No information regarding Diospyros ebenum Koen.'s substitute is currently available.
Active Constituents
The active constituents of Diospyros ebenum Koen. are Naphthoquinones, Plumbagin.
The active constituent of Diospyros ebenum Koen.'s Fruit is Tannic Acid.
Antidotes
No information regarding Diospyros ebenum Koen.'s antidote is currently available.
Toxicity
Diospyros ebenum Koen.
Constituent: Plumbagin
Effects: Dermatitis and vesication
Contact with leaves, bark, fruit, root, or the wood dust of members of this family has caused dermatitis and vesication. Irritation of the respiratory tract may also occur in woodworkers.