Jambul, Syzygium cumini is an edible fruit that is grown in plains of India and many other countries. It is also known by other names like Malabar Plum, Java Plum or black plum.
The useful parts of the Jambul tree are fruits, leaves, seeds and bark.
Jambul seeds are used in different systems of medicine like Ayurveda (for controlling Diabetes), Unani and in Chinese medicine for treating digestive disorders.
The leaves and bark of Jambul are used for controlling blood pressure and gingivitis.
Jambul fruits are used in the preparation of wine and vinegar. Jambul fruits are rich source of vitamin A and vitamin C.
Jambul consists of many nutrients and phytochemicals. The phytochemicals that are present in Jambul are phenols, terpenes and glucoside.
Jambul consists of nutrients like crude protein, crude fiber, fat, ash, calcium and phosphorous.
Jambul consists of following medicinal properties: