Pistacia lentiscus Linn.
Primary Characteristics
Primary Characteristics
Pistacia lentiscus Linn.belongs to Anacardiaceae, family.
The Arabic Name for this herb is Mistaka.
The English Names for this herb are Mastic, Mastich Tree.
The Urdu Names for this herb are Alik Rumi, Kundar Rumi, Mastagi.
Pharmacological Actions
Gum Resin:
Absorbent of waste humoursAnalgesicAnti-flatulentAnti-inflammatoryAnti-tumorAphrodisiacAppetizerAstringentCarminativeDemulcentDeodorantDesiccativeDetergentDiureticEmmenagogueExpectorantHepatic TonicPurgativeResolvent of InflammationsRestorative TonicStimulantStomachicStypticSudorificTonic
Indications
The Indications of Fruit of Pistacia lentiscus Linn. are Sore Throat, Cough, Bleeding Gums.
The Indications of Gum Resin of Pistacia lentiscus Linn. are Sexual Debility, Cough, Bronchitis, Catarrh, Flatulence, Amenorrhoea, Inflammations, Cancer, Gum Affections, Haemorrhages, Teeth Affections, Stomach Weakness, Tumors, Urine Retention, Breast Tumor, Local Pain.
No Contra Indication information is available for Pistacia lentiscus Linn..
Temperaments
The Temperament of Gum Resin of Pistacia lentiscus Linn. is 2nd order, warm and dry.
Available Brands
Compound Preparations
Pistacia lentiscus Linn. is used in the preparation of Arq Maul Laham Ambari Ba Nuskha Kalan, Dawaul-Misk, Hab Haltit, Hab Marwaridi, Hab Saqmuniya, Hab Suranjan, Hab-e-Amber Momiyaie, Hab-i-Lub al-Khashkhash, Hab-Mumsik Ambari, Jawarish Amla Ambari Ba Nuskha Kalan, Jawarish Jalinus, Jawarish Kamuni Kabir, Jawarish Mastagi, Jawarish Mastagi Sada, Jawarish Mohra, Jawarish Qurtum, Ma'jun Chob Chini, Ma'jun Izaraqi, Ma'jun Jalinus Lului, Ma'jun Jiryan Khas, Ma'jun Nankhwah Mushki, Ma'jun Nisyan, Ma'jun Talkh, Mufarreh Yaquti mo'tadil, Naushadroo-i-Saada, Qurs Humma Jadid, Qurs Tabashir qabiz, Safuf Kalan, Safuf khas, Safuf Muallif, Sunun Muqawwi Dandan compounds.
Dosage
Part | Dose | Instruction |
Gum Resin | 1.000g - 2.000g | N/A |
Herb's Description
Pistacia lentiscus Linn.. A variable evergreen shrub or a small tree, up to 4-5 m high, with a big crown; leaves pinnate and small 4-5 mm diam. Flowers dioecious. Drupes globose, black. The wood is reddish, It yields mastic resin
Taste Odor & Occurrence
Occurence: It occurs in Mediterranean Region.. This plant grows in countries bordering the Mediterranean region.
Odor: The odor of Pistacia lentiscus Linn. is Aromatic
Taste: Slightly Sweet
Substitutes
No information regarding Pistacia lentiscus Linn.'s substitute is currently available.
Active Constituents
Pistacia lentiscus Linn.'s Active constituents:
Antidotes
No information regarding Pistacia lentiscus Linn.'s antidot is currently available.
Warning & Precautions
Prolonged use of mastic can cause dermatitis.In excessive doses it may cause hematuria,may cause more adverse effects in case of anus affections.
Toxicity
Currently no Toxicity information is available for Pistacia lentiscus Linn.. (work in progress)