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Friday, April 27, 2012

St. John's Wort in India

Buy Saint John's Wort plant
Hypericum perforatum-St. John's Wort
Synonyms: Hypericum vulgare
Family: Hypericaceae (St. John's Wort Family)
Other names : Tipton's weed, chase-devil, Klamath weed, Saint Johns Wort, Hypericum peroratum

Distribution : Japan, China, Afghanistan, Iran, Gilgat,Muzaffarabad (Pakistan), Phalgham, Pulwama, Kulgam, Sonamarag, Ramban, Aru (Jammu and Kashmir)
Ecological notes : Uncommon

Medicinal use of Hypericum perforatum-St. John's Wort : St. John's wort has a long history of herbal use. It fell out of favour in the nineteenth century but recent research has brought it back to prominence as an extremely valuable remedy for nervous problems. In clinical trials about 67% of patients with mild to moderate depression improved when taking this plant. The flowers and leaves are analgesic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, aromatic, astringent, cholagogue, digestive, diuretic, expectorant, nervine, resolvent, sedative, stimulant, vermifuge and vulnerary. The herb is used in treating a wide range of disorders, including pulmonary complaints, bladder problems, diarrhoea and nervous depression. It is also very effectual in treating overnight incontinence of urine in children. Externally, it is used in poultices to dispel herd tumours, caked breasts, bruising etc. The flowering shoots are harvested in early summer and dried for later use. Use the plant with caution and do not prescribe it for patients with chronic depression. The plant was used to procure an abortion by some native North Americans, so it is best not used by pregnant women. See also the notes above on toxicity. A tea or tincture of the fresh flowers is a popular treatment for external ulcers, burns, wounds (especially those with severed nerve tissue), sores, bruises, cramps etc. An infusion of the flowers in olive oil is applied externally to wounds, sores, ulcers, swellings, rheumatism etc. It is also valued in the treatment of sunburn and as a cosmetic preparation to the skin. The plant contains many biologically active compounds including rutin, pectin, choline, sitosterol, hypericin and pseudohypericin. These last two compounds have been shown to have potent anti-retroviral activity without serious side effects and they are being researched in the treatment of AIDS. A homeopathic remedy is made from the fresh whole flowering plant. It is used in the treatment of injuries, bites, stings etc and is said to be the first remedy to consider when nerve-rich areas such as the spine, eyes, fingers etc are injured.

Chemical Constituents : hypericin, pseudohypericin, hyperforing, flavonoids, essential oil, carotene, vitamin C, tannin, and resin.

Habitat of the herb : Open woods, hedgebanks and grassland, in dry sunny places, usually on calcareous soils.

Edible parts of St. John's Wort: The herb and the fruit are sometimes used as a tea substitute. The flowers can be used in making mead.

Other uses of the herb: Yellow, gold and brown dyes are obtained from the flowers and leaves. A red is obtained from the flowers after acidification. A red dye is obtained from the whole plant when infused in oil or alcohol. A yellow is obtained when it is infused in water. The plant is said to contain good quantities of tannin, though exact figures are not available.

Propagation of St. John's Wort: Seed - sow in a greenhouse as soon as it is ripe in the autumn or in the spring. It normally germinates in 1 - 3 months at 10°C. Prick out the seedlings into individual pots when they are large enough to handle and plant them out into their permanent positions in the summer. Division in spring or autumn. Very easy, larger clumps can be replanted direct into their permanent positions, though it is best to pot up smaller clumps and grow them on in a cold frame until they are rooting well. Plant them out in the spring.

Cultivation of the herb : Open woods, hedgebanks and grassland, in dry sunny places, usually on calcareous soils.

Hypericum perforatum-St. John's Wort plants and seeds are available for research purpose.

The Jammu and Kashmir Medicinal Plants Introduction Centre-JKMPIC
POB: 667 GPO Srinagar SGR JK 190001
Contact : "Ginkgo House" Azizabad, (Via Wuyan-meej Road), Pampore PPR JK 192121
PIC's : Ramban, Kishtwar, Sonamarag
Ph: 09858986794, 01933-223705
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Sunday, April 22, 2012

Ginkgo biloba and Medicinal uses

Buy Ginkgo plants
We are having organic  Ginkgo biloba seeds/plants
Open-pollinated.Untreated. NO GPO's, organic from Kashmir Himalaya.
For more details:
The Jammu and Kashmir Medicinal Plants Introduction Centre-JKMPIC
"Ginkgo House" Azizabad, Via Wuyan-Meej Road, Pampore PPR JK 192121
Mob: 09858986794
Ph: 01933-223705
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Tuesday, April 17, 2012

Buy Aspaagus seed

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Asparagus officinalis
Family : Asparagaceae
English name : Asparagus/Mary Washington
Distribution : (Under research)
Status : Not common
“Ginkgo House” Azizabad, Via-Wuyan-Meej Road, Pampore (Planted) For more details: http://jkmpic.blogspot.com
Asparagus officinalis is a perennial growing to 1.5 m (5ft) by 0.8 m (2ft 7in).
It is in flower in August, and the seeds ripen from Sep to October. The flowers are dioecious (individual flowers are either male or female, but only one sex is to be found on any one plant so both male and female plants must be grown if seed is required) and are pollinated by Bees.The plant is not self-fertile.
It is noted for attracting wildlife.
Medicinal use of Asparagus : Asparagus has been cultivated for over 2,000 years as a vegetable and medicinal herb. Both the roots and the shoots can be used medicinally, they have a restorative and cleansing effect on the bowels, kidneys and liver. The plant is antispasmodic, aperient, cardiac, demulcent, diaphoretic, diuretic, sedative and tonic. The freshly expressed juice is used. The root is diaphoretic, strongly diuretic and laxative. An infusion is used in the treatment of jaundice and congestive torpor of the liver. The strongly diuretic action of the roots make it useful in the treatment of a variety of urinary problems including cystitis. It is also used in the treatment of cancer. The roots are said to be able to lower blood pressure. The roots are harvested in late spring, after the shoots have been cut as a food crop, and are dried for later use. The seeds possess antibiotic activity. Another report says that the plant contains asparagusic acid which is nematocidal and is used in the treatment of schistosomiasis.
Medicinal Properties : Asparagus is a bitter, restorative, and cleansing herb that acts on the kidneys, bowels, and liver. It contains asparagusic acid, which is nematocidal (destroys unsegmented internal parasitic worms).
The herb is used medically for
cystitis
pyelitis
kidney disease
rheumatism
gout
and edema from heart failure
Asparagusic acid contained in asparagus is used to treat schistosomiasis.
Asparagus spears are steamed and served as hot or cold vegetables or pureed/finely chopped in soups.
Edible parts of Asparagus: Young shoots - raw or cooked. Considered a gourmet food, the shoots are harvested in the spring. We find them very acceptable raw in salads, with a hint of onion in their flavour. They are normally boiled or steamed and used as a vegetable. Male plants produce the best shoots. Do not over-harvest the plant because this would weaken it in the following year. The shoots are a good source of protein and dietary fibre. Roasted seeds are a coffee substitute.
Other uses of the herb : The plant contains asparagusic acid, which has nematocidal properties.
Propagation of Asparagus : Seed - pre-soak for 12 hours in warm water and then sow in spring or as soon as the seed is ripe in early autumn in a greenhouse. It usually germinates in 3 - 6 weeks at 25°C. Prick out the seedlings into individual pots when they are large enough to handle and grow them on in a sunny position in the greenhouse for their first winter. Plant them out into their permanent positions in late spring or early summer. Division in early spring as the plant comes into growth.
Minimum 50 seeds. Packed for 2012
For more details:
Sheikh GULZAAR
Head
The JK Medicinal Plants Introduction Centre
POB: 667 GPO Srinagar SGR JK 190001
“Ginkgo House”, Azizabad, (Via Wuyan-Meej Road), Pampore PPR JK 192121
Ph: 09858986794, 01933-223705

Wednesday, April 11, 2012

Ginkgo biloba plants for sale

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Bot. name: Ginkgo biloba
Cahmerian name : Ginkova

Hindi/Indian name : Bulkawari
or Chinese Name : Ginko, Yin-hsing, Bao gou
English Name : Ginkgo, Maidenhair tree
Family Name: Ginkgoaceae
Parts used : Leaves

Organic Ginkgo !

Medicinal uses of Ginkgo biloba (Maidenhair tree) : Ginkgo has long and widely been used by the Chinese as a cure for asthma, tuberculosis, chronic coughs and bronchitis. Ginkgo leaves stimulates the heart, improves blood circulation, lung and brain function, treats Alzheimer’s disease, varicose veins, Reynaud’s disease, hemorrhoids and leg ulcers. The leaves are also helpful in treating cataracts, muscular degeneration, retinopathy, neuropathy, nephropathy, stroke, tinnitus, vertigo, chilblains and impotence. It possesses anti-inflammatory and natural antihistamine.

Packing:
100 grams dried leaves
Ginkgo biloba seeds/plants are also available for cultivation purpose
Write to us at : JK Medicinal Plants Introduction Centre-JKMPIC
POB: 667 GPO Srinagar SGR JK 190001
Contact us : Sheikh GULZAAR
Ph: 09858986794/01933-223705
"Ginkgo House" Azizabad, Nambalbal (Via Wuyan-Meej Road), Pampore PPR J&K 192121
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Monday, March 26, 2012

Horticulture in India

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The diverse Agro-climatic conditions of India for great potential for growing a variety of fruits like Goji berry, Apple, Cherry, Apricort, Plum, Olive, Kiwi, Strawberry, Pecan-nut, Walnut, Almond, Sea buckhtorn, Howthorn, Hazelnut and Horse Chestnut etc.

Contact for planting materials of medicinal/fruit plants of India

Sheikh GULZAAR
Head,
The JK Medicinal Plants Introduction Centre-JKMPIC
Azizabad, Nambalbal, (Via Wuyan-Meej Road, Pampore PPR JK 192121
Or
POB: 667 GPO Srinagar SGR JK 190001
Ph: 09858986794, 01933-223705
e-mail: jkmpic@gmail.com
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Friday, March 9, 2012

Melissa officinalis plants for sale

Melissa officinalis

Melissa officinalis seedlings for sale

Bot. name Melissa officinalis
Family : Labiatea
Other names: Balm, Lemon Balm, Melissa Balm (USA), Balm Mint

CULTIVATION CONDITIONS
Distribution : Sonamarag, Ramban (Kashmir Himalayas), Iran, USA, Pakistan. Egypt, Italy, Ireland.
Ecological notes : Grows on rich soils
Status : Not so common

The herb is commercially produced in Hungary and the oil in Ireland.
Melissa grows best in alluvial soil, excess water is harmful, while yields diminish in light and dry soils (Guenther).

Major producing countries : Hungary, Egypt, Italy, for herb Ireland for essential oil

Yield and description : Genuine Melissa oil is a pale yellow sweet smelling oil with an odour of aromatic lemon. Yields are as low as 0.014% for distillation of the fresh herb to 0.112% for dried herb, increasing to 0.13% using cohobation. True oil is extremely expensive. The oil is held in high esteem for its use in aromatherapy, it is reported to have a sedative effect. There is little use for the oil in perfumery, where the odour is readily suggested by blends of the very cheap oils of Lemon, Lemongrass and fortified by Citronella oil. According to Arctander the plant is known in Europe as "Hearts Delight" since infusions of the herb were supposed to cure heart disease and melancholia and this led to the late 1930's perfume "Cosur-Joie", which had a melissa like top note.

Uses : Infusions are made from the herb; the oil has several names (Oil of Balm, Oil of Lemon Balm, Oil of Melissa Balam, Oil of Balm Mint, Oil of Melissa Officinalis) and is used as a sedative in alternative medicine.

Cultivation details: Planting is usually 40,000 plants/Ha. with propagation from seed. The plants have a life of 10 years but are usually replaced every five years with crop rotation to rejuvenate the soil. Propagation in the northern hemisphere is from April to July.

Harvesting period : In the first year the crop is in August, thereafter two crops are experienced. The first in June and the second in August.

Harvesting methods : Usually by hand on a clear warm day as the leaves will turn black if harvested wet. For good appearance leaves should not be left in the sun.

Post harvest treatment, preservation, storage pre-treatment : Weed control is recommended (Pank). It has been reported that, in Kashmir and Egypt, irradiating seeds has an effect on growth, essential oil content and composition. The quantity of herb was reduced but the oil content was increased, with the irradiation dosage varying the proportion of the constituents.

Preservation and storage : The oil should be stored in filled sealed containers, out of light and kept cool. The oil is subject to oxidation.

Processing method : Stainless Steel steam distillation retorts equipped for cohobation should be used to increase the yield.

Composition of oil : Many reports exist regarding the composition. An analysis, from New Zealand, given for Melissa officinalis L. subsp altissima (Dawson) not only gives a yield 0.33% but constituents totally different from those of Melissa officinalis L. subsp officinalis.

A summary of the composition is given by Lawrence as follows:
Compounds Percentage range
Methyl Heptenone 2.2 - 8.6
Citronellal 1.0 - 8.4
Linalool 0.5 - 2.7
Neral 19.6 - 36.1
Geranial 25.3 - 47.5
Geranyl Acetate 1.2 - 6.2
1.9 - 9.7
Carophyllene oxide 0.5 - 9.0
EQUIPMENT
Forage Harvester
Stainless steel distillation equipment

Melissa officinalis - Lemon Balm seedlings are available

Courtesy of http://plantoftheweek.org

Melissa officinalis
Herbaceous perennial. Native to the Kashmir, egypt. This is a classic medicinal tea herb. Assists in controlling high blood pressure, migraines, hysteria, melancholia, goiter, hyperthyroidism and Grave’s disease.

Cultivation: Extra care. Light-dependent germinator. Sow outdoors in the fall or very early spring or provide 2 weeks of cold conditioning. Germ. in 10-40 days. Prefers full sun or shade; normal garden soil and minimal water. Plant 1.5 feet apart. Flowers yellow to 2 feet tall.
100 seeds/pkt., Certified Organically Grown

Melissa officinalis 
Rare, Open-pollinated & Heirloom Garden Seeds
Melissa officinalis seedlings are also available

For more details about Melissa officinalis seedlings
Sheikh GULZAAR
Head
JK Medicinal Plants Introduction Centre
Home: http://jkmpic.blogspot.com

Taxus baccata in India


Taxus Plantation at JKMPIC
Taxus baccata in Kashmir                                               
Sub sp. Wallichiana
Family Taxaceae
Distribution : Uri near (LOC), Sonamarag, Phalgham (Kashmir), Afghanistan, Pakistan, S.W. China, Burma
Status : Uncommon

Medicinal use of Taxus : The yew tree is a highly toxic plant that has occasionally been used medicinally, mainly in the treatment of chest complaints. Modern research has shown that the plants contain the substance "taxol" in their shoots. Taxol has shown exciting potential as an anti-cancer drug, particularly in the treatment of ovarian cancers. Unfortunately, the concentrations of taxol in this species are too low to be of much value commercially, though it is being used for research purposes. This remedy should be used with great caution and only under the supervision of a qualified practitioner. See also the notes above on toxicity. All parts of the plant, except the fleshy fruit, are antispasmodic, cardiotonic, diaphoretic, emmenagogue, expectorant, narcotic and purgative. The leaves have been used internally in the treatment of asthma, bronchitis, hiccup, indigestion, rheumatism and epilepsy. Externally, the leaves have been used in a steam bath as a treatment for rheumatism. A homeopathic remedy is made from the young shoots and the berries. It is used in the treatment of many diseases including cystitis, eruptions, headaches, heart and kidney problems, rheumatism etc.

Taxus baccata plants are available at:
Head, JK Medicinal Plants Introduction Centre
POB: 667 GPO Srinagar SGR JK 190001
Ph: 09858986794, 01933-223705
e-mail: jkmpic@gmail.com
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