Prunus domestica Linn.
Primary Characteristics
Primary Characteristics
Prunus domestica Linn. is aslo known as Prunus communis Huds.var. institia HK., Prunus alucha Royle, Prunus bokhariensis Royle ex C.K. Schn., Prunus communis Huds, Prunus insititia - L., belongs to Rosaceae, family.
The Arabic Names for this herb are Barquq, Ujas.
The English Names for this herb are Bokhara Plum, Cherry Plum, Prunus.
The Urdu Names for this herb are Alu-Bukhara, Alucha, Ujas.
Pharmacological Actions
The pharmacological Actions of Prunus domestica Linn. are Anti-bilious, Anti-emetic, Anti-gonorrhoeal, Anti-hypertensive, Anti-leucorrhoeal, Anti-nauseant, Astringent, Cholagogue, Demulcent, Digestive, Emollient, Exhilarant, Hepatoprotective, Laxative, Nutritive, Refrigerant, Uterine Tonic.
Fruit:
Anti-biliousAperientDemulcentDigestiveLaxativeNutritiveRefrigerant
Indications
The Indications of Leaves of Prunus domestica Linn. are Cough, Intestinal Worms.
The Indications of Fruit of Prunus domestica Linn. are Anaemia, Dyspepsia, Biliousness, Enlarged Liver, Headache, Bilious Fever, Hypertension, Constipation, Vomiting, Gonorrhoea, Piles, Cough, Nausea, Thirst.
The Indications of Decoction (leaves) of Prunus domestica Linn. are Biliousness, Jaundice, Cold, Anaemia, Gonorrhoea, Piles, Hepatomegaly, Bilious Obstruction.
No Contra Indication information is available for Prunus domestica Linn..
Temperaments
The Temperament of Prunus domestica Linn. is 2nd order, cold and moist.
Available Brands
No Brand information is available for Prunus domestica Linn..
Compound Preparations
Prunus domestica Linn. is used in the preparation of Sherbet Alu Bokhara, Sherbet Mulayyin compounds.
Dosage
| Part | Dose | Instruction |
| Whole Herb | | N/A |
| Fruit | 3.000Nos. - 5.000Nos. | For safe purgation 10-20 Nos of fruit should be used. |
Herb's Description
Prunus domestica Linn.. A decidious Tree growing to 6m by 5m at a medium rate. It is in flower in April, and the seeds ripen in October. The flowers are hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and are pollinated by Bees, insects.A small tree, with twigs pubescent when young, flowers white usually in clusters, fruits firm in texture, varying in colour from green and golden yellow to red and dark purple; stones large, rough or pitted.
Prunus domestica Linn.'s Fruit. The fruit is about 3cm in diameter and contains one large seed.
Taste Odor & Occurrence
Occurence: It occurs in Afghanistan, England, France, Germany, India, Iran, Paksitan, Russia.
Odor: The odor of Fruit of Prunus domestica Linn. is Fruity
Taste:
Fruit: Sweet and Sour
Substitutes
No information regarding Prunus domestica Linn.'s substitute is currently available.
Active Constituents
Prunus domestica Linn.'s Active constituents:
Antidotes
No information regarding Prunus domestica Linn.'s antidot is currently available.
Warning & Precautions
Its excessive use may produce hardening of arteries,may produce harmful effects on brain,stomach and muscles,also harmful for individuals with cold temperament.
Toxicity
Prunus domestica Linn. (Leaves):
Constituent: Hydrogen cyanide
Hydrogen cyanide, a poison that gives almonds their characteristic flavour. It is usually present in too small a quantity to do any harm but any very bitter seed or fruit should not be eaten. In excess, however, it can cause respiratory failure and even death.