Jatamansi (Musk root) is found in the Himalayas, Nepal, Bhutan and Sikkim. The parts of this plant used for medicinal purposes include Rhizome and Rhizome oil. This herb is well known in Ayurveda for its effectiveness in combating stress and prevents insomnia. It is also considered as the “divine” plant in Ayurveda and is used as an air purifier. It also helps in enhancing memory and treating mental instability.

Jatamansi is an effective antispasmodic, digestive stimulant, diuretic, treats nervous disorders, relieves flatulence and is a deobstruent.  The other diseases in which the use of Jatamansi medications has been effective are epilepsy, gastric disorders, heart palpitations, jaundice, respiratory diseases, skin diseases, typhoid and seminal debility.

Four parts of Jatamansi and one part each of Cinnamomum tamala, Cubeba officinalis, aniseeds, dry ginger and two parts of sugar can be powdered and used as an effective home remedy for flatulence, colic pains and hysteria.

Jatamansi can be combined with saffron and used as a home remedy for scorpion stings and tubercular adenitis. When used as a tonic, it is effective in general weakness and epilepsy.

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