SCIENTIFIC NAME: Nyctanthes arbortrotis

 

HINDI NAME: Parijat, Harsinghar or Sheoli

 

ENGLISH NAME: Night /Coral Jasmine

 

FAMILY: Oleaceae

SHORT DESCRIPTION

Parijat or Harsingar, recognised for its therapeutic characteristics, may help treat various problems from arthritis, dry cough, cold and cough, fever to worms. Many disorders can be helped by the therapeutic characteristics of parijat or Harsingar. Because of its bitter flavour, the leaf juice is an effective tonic for arthritis, worm infestations, and constipation.

USES & HEALTH BENEFITS

• Anti-inflammatory
• Fever reducing actions include malaria, dengue, and chikungunya fevers. 
• Provides relief from cough and cold
• Anti-diabetic
• Anti-fungal
• Kidney protective herb
• Hepato-protective
• Improves arthritis, gout and sciatica

PRECAUTIONS & SIDE EFFECTS

• Except for the bitter taste, there are no known negative effects of Parijat leaves. 

HOW TO USE

• Fresh juice extracted from parijat leaves has expectorant action and is useful in cough.
• Fresh leaf juice mixed with honey is effective in reducing fever. Take under expert supervision.
• Leaf extract mixed with rock salt and honey has anti-worm action, especially in children.
• For sciatica, crush 3-4 leaves, boil with water, strain, and drink twice a day on an empty stomach.
• Night jasmine oil is used in aromatherapy to reduce tension and anxiety.