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Jamun (Black Plum / Jambu)
Syzygium cumini
ଜାମୁ (Jamu) / ଜାମୁକୋଳିजामुन (Jamun)Jambu
- Family
- Myrtaceae
- Origin
- Indian subcontinent & Southeast Asia
- Plant Type
- Tree
- Habitat
- Outdoor
About the Plant
Large evergreen tree with smooth light-grey bark; opposite oblong leathery shining dark-green leaves, branched terminal panicles, and dark-purple ovoid juicy edible drupes.
Traditional Uses
Diabetes, dysentery, oral thrush, and splenomegaly
Parts Used
Seeds (kernels), bark, fruit juice
Ayurvedic Properties
- Rasa: Kashaya, Madhura, Amla
- Guna: Guru, Ruksha
- Virya: Sheeta
- Vipaka: Katu
Health Benefits
- Regulates blood sugar, tightens oral gums, and cures chronic diarrhea
Precautions
Avoid eating on an empty stomach; deep purple juice can temporarily stain mouth and clothes
Interesting Facts
Seeds contain jamboline, which inhibits the enzymatic conversion of starch into glucose