Jambhul,Indian blackberry
Jambhul,Indian blackberry is an evergreen, flowering tree of the genus Jambul (family Myrtaceae), native to South Asia and Southeast Asia. As described in ancient literature, this tree is easily seen in India, hence the name Jambudvipa. It bears fruits of purple color and sweet-astringent taste in summer. These fruits are about the size of Pevandi Bora. This plant has the names Phalendra, Surabhipatra and Jambu in Sanskrit. The classical name is Syzygium cumini.
Jambhul is effective against diabetes, jambhul juice as well as seed powder has medicinal properties. Purple seed powder is a remedy for diabetes, but it should be taken only on the advice of a specialist.Jambhul purifies the blood. Pimples and pimples on the face are removed by applying Jambhul seeds. Jambhul is also believed to be digestive. Jambhul infusion can be made. Useful products like jelly, syrup, squash can be prepared from ripe Jambhul fruit to preserve it throughout the year. Liquor is also made from Jambhul.
Regular consumption of this makes the hair long and strong. Since it has a high amount of potassium, the body gets the required amount of potassium by consuming it. Consuming its juice is beneficial in fire disease.
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A tree with fragrant leaves, pendulous vine-like branches, and glossy evergreen foliage is known as ‘Jambu aka Rajajambu’. Even the name of the tree has rhubarb. In the Bhishma Parva of the Mahabharata, Pitamah is called Bhishma. ‘It is because of these Jambu trees that this peninsula (of Hindustan) got its name as Jambu Dweep’. In the Ramayana, Bir also shares his pains with the Jambu Vriksha while walking around in Dandakarana. Kalidasa saw the rays of the jambu tree in central India blocking the waters of the rivers, while Vaishampayana, the parrot of the Banabhattas, stole the juice of the red-spotted Rajajumbu fruit like a cuckoo’s eye. One thing comes to mind from this that Jambu tree grows all over India. Of course, this tree is known by many other names. This tree of aromatic leaves also deserves the name Surabhipatra. This cool is also known as ‘Lavangkul’ as it is home to clove and eucalyptus trees.
location
Native to India, this tree is found in Myanmar, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, and even Australia. It lives at sea level, river banks and high mountain ranges up to 6000 thousand feet. Moderate temperatures, well-drained soil, and annual rainfall of up to 300 inches are preferred.
Breed and size
Natural cultivation is from seed. Hybrid varieties are cultivated by grafting method. The main varieties are the sweet fruit tree aka ‘Rajajambu’ and the smaller sized, low fruit tree called ‘Kshudrajambu’ or ‘Kashthajambhul’. ‘Lendijambhul’, which grows all over Matheran, falls into the second category. Native mainly to tropical countries, this tree can grow up to 150 feet tall, but in rocky soil it becomes stunted. The leaves are fragrant glands. They look like shiny leather. A characteristic feature of these leaves is a distinct vein on the side of the leaf that runs from the underside of the leaf to the tip and connects with all other veins. The term ‘Intramarginal Vein’ has been given by the scientists to this shire and it has become the ‘Kulbhushan’ of the plant of this family. The flowers of the lilac tree are a delicate greenish, white-gold color. At the beginning of summer, the stamp comes and finally the fruit is produced. Fruits are ovoid, reddish-aubergine in color when first ripe and dark purple when overripe. The fruit is considered a ‘soft fruit’ and is oblong, about 2-2 1/2 inches long. The fruit contains a single seed.
The wood of Jambhul,Indian blackberry tree is strong, durable and does not rot in water, color is usually brownish brown and weighs 20-22 kg per cubic foot. Wood is used for building houses, making small tools. The branches and trunks are used for burning and the leaves are used for cattle fodder. A well-grown jambhul gives the farmer 50 kg of income in a year. Fruit flies and borers are enemies of trees. The tree has to be protected from it.
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Usage
This ancient useful tree is also important from the point of view of Ayurveda. Jambhal fruit is deepak, digestive and liver stimulant. In home medicine, purple seeds are applied to treat boils. The peculiarity of this tree is that the iron nail hammered into this tree disintegrates within a year. Also, crushing the leaves and keeping them with iron husk for 6 months gives a good iron salt. A special feature of dry purple seeds is that they have been found to lower blood sugar levels. It is not surprising if this tree with fragrant leaves and beneficial seeds, fruits and flowers was used for cosmetics in ancient times. The powder of the seeds is used for cleaning the mouth, the leaves and fruits are used for hair removal to remove body odor, the purple fruit is taken in the stomach and the extract is applied externally to the hair. Jambhul tree is considered as a sacred tree by Hindus and Buddhists. Therefore, although this tree is wild, it is planted in many parks, groves, temples and shrines.
The Jambhul,Indian blackberry tree is an integral part of the temperate, broad-leaved tree group. This tree grows along with Ajani, Pisa, Hirda, Mango trees. Mahabaleshwar, Matheran, Bhimashankar, Vasota, Koyna area, Sawantwadi-Amboli area are mentioned forests in Maharashtra. It is a favorite tree of monkeys, bats, fruit-eating birds. Pollination of flowers, dispersal of seeds and regeneration are mostly due to them. Wild animals such as deer and foxes eat purple flowers. Among domestic animals, horses are very fond of this fruit. The flowers of this tree attract bees, butterflies, moths, and large blue flies. Silkworms (Taser silkworms) feed well on the leaves of this tree.
Similarly, Jambhul,Indian blackberry trees are seen regularly in Mumbai. If you look carefully while cutting the roads, you will be surprised to see the density of these trees in the city. Many of these trees are very old and laden with fruits, the Fort has three large purple trees on the side of the oval grounds adjacent to the university. In summer, the purple ink comes under the feet of the pedestrians and paints the pavement. The Walkeshwar area, many roads in Dadar, the lanes of Chembur, the suburbs that have started to fill up recently, are full of purple trees. Andheri to Dahisar belt has a lot of purple thickets. Near the Andheri flyover, a huge ‘Rajjambu’ stands alone with its drooping branches. Sightings of this handsome tree are common in the Pali Hill Sahitya-Sahavas area of Vandya. Rani’s Garden, Hanging Garden, Borivali National Park, Powai Park are many small parks that are conserving the Jambhul,Indian blackberry tree.
Benefits of eating jambhul
Eating jambhul has many health benefits. Purple is beneficial for diabetes, heart disease, stomach disorders and skin disorders!
June is the time when purples are available in the market. Jambhul,Indian blackberry means wild fruit. But don’t just look at this fruit as a seasonal fruit. Eat a lot of purples in two and a half months. And then use the seeds, bark, leaves, juices and syrups of the hibiscus throughout the year. Because purple has 17 health benefits. Even by eating jambhul we can stay fit. Why waste the opportunity to get fit by eating purple?
Health uses of jambhul
The great benefit of Jambhul,Indian blackberry is in diabetes. Anti-diabetic properties in purple keep blood sugar under control. Jambhala converts starch and sugar in the blood into energy. Purple is used for the primary symptoms of diabetes. E.g. Symptoms like excessive thirst, frequent urination are cured by eating purple. Along with purple fruit, purple seed powder, purple bark, purple juice are also useful in treating diabetes.
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Vitamin A and C are high in Jambhul
The powder of the bark and seeds of the yam tree is effective against stomach disorders. Their use is beneficial in diseases like diarrhoea, indigestion, diarrhea. Jambhul,Indian blackberry is a natural blood purifier. Jambhul contains a large amount of iron. Therefore, even after eating jambhu, the hemoglobin in the blood increases. Jambhul contains a large amount of vitamins A and C. It also contains minerals and is used to maintain healthy eyes and skin. Jambhul is a fruit with cooling qualities and is useful for stomach fire and indigestion.
This fruit also acts as a good antibiotic
As Jambhul contains astringent, eating purple keeps the skin healthy.Jambhul is very beneficial especially for oily skin. Purple leaves the skin soft and blemish free. Apart from this, skin spots are also reduced by eating purple. Jambhul also works as a good antibiotic as it contains components like oxalic acid, malic acid, betulic acid. Eating jambhul strengthens teeth and gums. And the teeth and gums do not get infected. There is a large amount of vitamin C in purple. Which increases the immunity of the body. And consumption of purple fruit is beneficial for seasonal diseases.
Jambhul seed powder as a treatment for kidney stones
Jambhul contains a large amount of antioxidants. Hence consumption of purple fruit is also used to keep the skin young. Purple does not show signs of aging on the skin. If you mix the powder of purple seeds with cow’s milk and apply this paste on the face, the pimples and pustules on the face will disappear. As a treatment for kidney stones, take Jambhul seed powder with yogurt. Purple vinegar/syrup taken two to three times a day in equal proportion with water increases appetite.
Regular consumption of purple juice improves memory
If Jambhul juice is added to water and applied to the skin in skin disorders, it is beneficial. Jambhul juice is also used for anemia. Also, regular consumption of Jambhul juice increases memory. Since jambhul contains a large amount of potassium, after eating jambhul, one can stay ten hands away from heart disease. Eating jambhul strengthens the heart and prevents hypertension.
This article is for information only. Consult your doctor for proper treatment.
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