Jamun

Names and identification

Language	Name
English	Jamun

Modern Research (Meta-Analysis)

Total PubMed publications found: 514

Key Research Papers

1. Astounding Health Benefits of Jamun (

Authors: Rizvi Maryam Khalid, Rabail Roshina, Munir Seemal et al. Journal: Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) (2022) PMID: 36364010

Keywords: Jamun, Syzygium cumin, diabetes mellitus, hyperlipidemia, metabolic syndrome, obesity

2. Exploring the Chemical and Biological Potential of Jamun (Syzygium cumini (L.) Skeels) Leaves: A Comprehensive Review.

Authors: Kumari Neeraj, Kumar Manoj, Chaudhary Nisha et al. Journal: Chemistry & biodiversity (2023) PMID: 37667613

Leaves of jamun collected as agro by-produce during the cultivation of jamun is traditionally used as ayurvedic medicine to treat diabetes, gall bladder stones and other ailments. Most of the beneficial effects of jamun leaves are associated with phytochemicals found in jamun leaves such as gallic acid, tannins, mallic acid, flavonoids, essential oils, jambolin, ellagic acid, jambosine, antimellin and betulinic acid. Jamun possess curative activities like anticancer, antidiabetic, antifertility, anti-inflammatory, antidiarrheal, antimicrobial, antinociceptive, antioxidant, antiradiation, chemotherapeutic, and gastroprotective. The main goal of this review article is to provide information on the nutritional content, phytochemical composition and health promoting properties of jamun leaves…

Keywords: Jamun leaves, anti-cancer, anti-diabetic, biological activities, health promoting effects

3. Therapeutic Potentials of Jamun (

Authors: Adithya B S, Nayeem Mohammed, Sagar Narashans Alok et al. Journal: International journal of food science (2025) PMID: 40831544

In a world where consumer preferences continue to pivot toward healthier and eco-conscious choices, jamun (…

Keywords: bioactive composition, extraction techniques, food application, jamun, nutraceutical

4. Editorial for Special Issue: Anthocyanin.

Authors: Silva Paula, Mosca Luciana Journal: Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) (2021) PMID: 33922923

What do jabuticaba (…

5. Genome sequencing of

Authors: Chakraborty Abhisek, Mahajan Shruti, Bisht Manohar S et al. Journal: Frontiers in plant science (2023) PMID: 38046611

Keywords: adaptive evolution, genome assembly and annotation, genome sequencing, medicinal properties, secondary metabolism

6. None

Authors: Li Li, Mangali Sureshbabu, Kour Navneet et al. Journal: Journal of cancer research and therapeutics (2021) PMID: 34916393

The medicinal properties of Syzygium sp., especially the antidiabetic property, date back to the ancient times. However, in the recent past, extracts from different parts of the Syzygium sp. have demonstrated promising anticancer activities in diverse cancer types, and now, attempts are being made to identify the active phytochemicals…

Keywords: Anticancer activity, Syzygium cumini, cell proliferation, chemotherapy, cytotoxicity, ovarian cancer, phytochemicals

7. Effect of Java plum (

Authors: Wongstitwilairoong Namthip, Jermnark Usuma, Paochoosak Napasorn et al. Journal: Open veterinary journal (2024) PMID: 39545200

Antibiotic use has been rising in both humans and animals. The growing concern over antimicrobial drug resistance and the promotion of regional drug use have led to a rise in the interest in medicinal applications of herbs combined with biosynthesized nanoparticles…

Keywords: Acaricidal activity, Antimicrobial activity, Green synthesis, Silver nanoparticles, Syzygium cumini

8. Characterization of

Authors: Thiagamani Senthil Muthu Kumar, Yaswanth Chalasani Venkata, Yashwanth Chaganti et al. Journal: Molecules (Basel, Switzerland) (2024) PMID: 38893494

Keywords: Syzgium cumini (L.) Skeels powder, antioxidant, crystallinity index, differential scanning calorimeter, physicochemical, scanning electron microscope, thermogravimetric analysis

What is it made of?

Key Active Markers

• Derived from constituent herbs (see individual herb profiles)
• Standardized on primary bioactive markers

Analytical Methods: HPLC fingerprinting, TLC (identity), LC-MS/MS (marker quantification)

Dosage forms and preparation

Dosage Forms: Churna (seed powder), Tablet, Capsule, Vinegar, Fruit juice, Asava

Standard Dosage: 3-6g seed powder twice daily; 500mg-1g extract twice daily; 20-50ml fruit juice

Bioavailability: Syzygium cumini (Jamun is the common Hindi name). Same pharmacokinetic profile as Jambu. Anthocyanin-rich fruit preparations have ~1-2% bioavailability but undergo extensive phase II metabolism. Urolithins (gut metabolites of ellagitannins) are the primary bioavailable active metabolites with anti-inflammatory and anti-diabetic properties.

Optimal Timing: Seed powder: 30 minutes before meals for glycemic control. Fruit juice: between meals. Vinegar: before meals diluted in water.

Standardized Extract: Seed extract standardized to 20% tannins (gallic acid equivalent) and 1% ellagic acid; fruit extract standardized to 5% anthocyanins (as cyanidin-3-glucoside)

Shelf Life: 2 years (seed powder); 3 years (extract capsule); 6 months (fruit juice, preserved); 1 year (vinegar)

Storage: Cool, dry place below 25°C. Anthocyanin preparations must be protected from light and stored at acidic pH. Seed powder in airtight moisture-proof containers.

Marker Compounds: Gallic acid, Ellagic acid, Cyanidin-3-glucoside, Delphinidin-3,5-diglucoside, Malvidin-3-glucoside, Jamboline, Oleanolic acid

Extraction Methods

• Seed powder (direct milling of dried seeds)
• Hydroalcoholic extraction (70% ethanol)
• Aqueous extraction for traditional preparations
• Acidified ethanol extraction for anthocyanin preservation from fruit
• Freeze-drying of fruit pulp for antioxidant retention

Synergistic Combinations

• With Karela and Gudmar as triple anti-diabetic combination
• With Amalaki for antioxidant synergy
• With Haridra for anti-inflammatory action
• With Triphala for metabolic health