Ghonta

Latin Name

Ziziphus xylopyrus

English Name

Sanskrit Name

(घोण्ट)

Part Used

Fruit
(फल)

Effect on Dosha

Pacifies kapha and pitta

Properties and Uses

It has nourishing effect on heart and used in the treatment of palpitations. It has calming effect on nervous system and used in the treatment of insomnia and anxiety. Due to sour taste it induces salivation and restores taste.

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