Arabic Name : 'Afas, Qashaf, Bahash
English Name : Oak Galls, Dyer's Oak
Gujarati Name : Muajoophal, Mayaphal
Hindi Name : Majuphal, Muphal
Latin name : Quercus infectoria Oliv.
Persian Name : Mazu
Punjabi Name : Maju
Sanskrit Name : Majuphal, Mayaphal
Urdu Name : Mazu, Mazuphal
Oak galls are rich in tannins and are known for their ability to combat various viruses, while at the same time strengthening the tissues. They are one of the strongest natural astringent herbs available and also are antiseptic and constipative. Useful in leucorrhoea and other vaginal discharges and in profuse menstruation. Also useful in chronic diarrhoea, dysentery, bleeding haemorrhoids, haemorrhages, gleet, varicose veins and long standing gonorrhoea. They are also used as a gargle and mouthwash to treat sore throat, stomatitis, pharyngitis, laryngitis and tonsillitis. The blood-clotting agents active in Oak Bark are also helpful to cease nosebleeds.
Externally useful for blackening the hair..
Mazo Sabz (Oak Galls) is the outgrowth of the tree, Aleppo Oak (Quercus infectoria) native of Greece, Asia Minor, Syria, and Iran. Mazo Sabz is also known as Manjakani and Majuphal. Studies showed its properties of antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antiviral, pain-relieving, skin lightening, anti-venom, and anti-amoebic activities. It is mainly used for the treatment of female reproductive system problems. When the vagina loses its elasticity, this herb helps in tightening the vaginal muscles. It is also helpful for the abnormalities related to female reproductive organs such as fallopian tube blockage, ovaries, uterus or womb-related issues, vulva, mammary glands, vagina, and breasts.
In Unani Medicinal System, it is used in the treatment of piles, diarrhea, small Intestine disease, oral diseases, dysentery, dental disorders, vaginal tumor, and leucorrhoea. The smelly vaginal discharge can also be treated with the help of this herb. It also alleviates leucorrhoea symptoms and prevents uterine prolapse. It protects female sexual organs from fungal and bacterial infections. Oak Galls also helps in the production of estrogen.
Recommended Dosage: 3 to 5 g powder of dried galls.
Contraindication: Internal use of the galls may reduce or inhibit the absorption of alkaloids and other alkaline drugs. Don’t use Oak Galls (Mazo Sabz) during menses and pregnancy because it may lead to miscarriage.