पारिजात

• Botanical Name: Nyctanthes arbortristis
• Family: Oleaceae
• Synonyms: Night Jessamine, Lady of the Night, Queen of the Night
• Vernacular Name: Commonly known as “Raat ki Rani” in Hindi and “Night-Blooming Jasmine” in English.
• Classification: A fast-growing woody shrub belonging to the Solanaceae family.
• Habitat: Native to the West Indies but widely cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions. It thrives in well-drained sandy soil and sunny locations.
• Morphology: A shrub that grows up to 10–12 feet in height. It has tubular, greenish-white or yellow flowers that emit a strong fragrance at night. The leaves are simple, ovate, and glossy. The plant produces small, white berries that are toxic.
• Useful Parts: Flowers and leaves.
• Chemical Composition: Contains alkaloids, essential oils, and glycosides. The plant is known for its aromatic compounds.
• Pharmacological Action: Traditionally used for its calming and aromatic properties. It is believed to have mild sedative effects and is used in aromatherapy.
• Formulation: Commonly used in essential oils, perfumes, and traditional remedies for relaxation and stress relief.

Rasa: Tikta

Guna: Laghu, Ruksha

Virya: Ushna

Vipaka: Katu