Jatamansi Root vs Albizia

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Jatamansi Root

Nardostachys jatamansi

Nervine

Albizia julibrissin

Nervine

Jatamansi Root

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Albizia

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

Himalayan aromatic root used in Ayurveda for nervous conditions; same species as biblical spikenard; calming and anti-epileptic.

Called the "tree of happiness" in TCM, its bark and flowers are used for depression, anxiety, and insomnia.

Active Compounds

jatamansone, valeranone, nardostachone, sesquiterpenes, lignans

Saponins (julibrosides), Flavonoids, Tannins, Lignan glycosides

Traditional Uses

Nervine sedative in Ayurveda, Epilepsy, Hair conditions, Biblical and Vedic sacred herb

Depression, Anxiety, Insomnia, Trauma/grief

Modern Uses

Anxiolytic, Antidepressant, Neuroprotection, Hair growth

Anxiolytic, Antidepressant-like, Sedative, Anti-inflammatory

Adult Dosage

1-3g root powder; 250-500mg extract

6-15g dried bark in decoction or 3-5g flowers as tea

Contraindications

Pregnancy caution, Endangered species consideration

Pregnancy, Sedative medications

Side Effects

Drowsiness, GI effects

Drowsiness, GI upset

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

Reviewed by: HerbAlly Editorial Team, Medical herbalists and healthcare professionals

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E