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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.

Warning: The sawdust of this species has been reported to cause dermatitis

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.