Spikenard (Jatamansi)
Nardostachys jatamansi
The fragrant biblical anointing root (Ayurvedic 'jatamansi') used as a calming sedative for the mind and sleep.
Traditional use (biblical-near-eastern, ayurveda): The fragrant biblical anointing root (Ayurvedic 'jatamansi') used as a calming sedative for the mind and sleep.
The fragrant biblical anointing root (Ayurvedic 'jatamansi') used as a calming sedative for the mind and sleep.
Active constituents are under study; evidence ranges from traditional use to preliminary human trials.
- The fragrant biblical anointing root (Ayurvedic 'jatamansi') used as a calming sedative for the mind and sleep.
Evidence strength: preclinical.
- See the evidence level above
- Sedating; avoid medicinal doses in pregnancy.
- Pregnant/breastfeeding people without medical advice
Sedating; avoid medicinal doses in pregnancy.
May interact with prescription medications — review with a clinician if you take any.
Use caution in pregnancy, breastfeeding, for children, and with chronic disease unless cleared by a clinician.
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