Jequirity

Botanical Name:

Abrus precatorius

Parts Used:

Leaves, Roots, Seeds (used with extreme caution after detoxification)

Other Names:

• Hindi: Ratti, Gunja

• Farsi (Persian): گیاه لاک‌چین (Giyah-e-Lakchin), گیاه چشم‌نواز (Giyah-e-Cheshmnavaz)

• Sanskrit: Gunja, Krishnaphala

• Tamil: Kundhumani

• Telugu: Gurivinda

• Kannada: Gulaganji

• Malayalam: Kunni

• Marathi: Gunja

• Gujarati: Rati

• Punjabi: Ratti

• Urdu: Ratti

• Arabic: نبات العيون (Nabat Al-Uyoon)

• English Common Names: Jequirity, Rosary Pea, Crab’s Eye, Indian Licorice

• Ayurvedic Name: Gunja

• Unani Medicine Name: Ratti

Overview

Jequirity (Abrus precatorius) is a slender, twining plant famous for its striking red and black seeds and its long history in traditional Indian and Persian medicine. Despite its toxic seeds (which must be carefully processed before use), the plant’s leaves, roots, and detoxified extracts offer various herbal healing properties.

In Ayurveda and Unani systems, Jequirity is used externally and internally (with caution) for skin ailments, joint pain, hair growth, and even nervous system support. The root and leaves are more commonly used due to their safer profile and therapeutic benefits.

Applications Across Various Industries

• Herbal & Traditional Medicine
  Used in Ayurvedic and Unani formulations for treating skin diseases, alopecia, nerve pain, and inflammatory conditions.

• Cosmetic Industry
  Employed in hair oils, anti-dandruff treatments, and herbal pastes for skin care and scalp nourishment.

• Veterinary Medicine
  Occasionally used in traditional veterinary applications after proper detoxification.

• Natural Pest Control
  The plant’s compounds show natural pesticidal and anti-parasitic properties.

Medical Benefits

Jequirity, especially its processed roots and leaves, offers a range of herbal medicinal effects when used correctly:

• ✅ Skin Disease Management
  Applied externally for treating eczema, leprosy, psoriasis, and other chronic skin conditions due to its antimicrobial and detoxifying nature.

• ✅ Hair Growth & Scalp Health
  Used in herbal oils to promote hair regrowth, reduce dandruff, and improve scalp circulation.

• ✅ Anti-inflammatory & Analgesic
  Root and leaf extracts help relieve joint pain, muscular aches, and neuralgia through anti-inflammatory action.

• ✅ Nerve Soothing Effect
  Traditionally used in small, controlled doses to support the nervous system and alleviate stress-related symptoms.

• ✅ Wound Healing and Antimicrobial Use
  Helps in healing ulcers, cuts, and infections when applied topically after proper preparation.

⚠️ Caution: The seeds of Jequirity are toxic and should never be consumed raw. Only professionally processed and detoxified forms are safe for use. Always consult qualified herbal experts or physicians before using.

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