Jatamansi / Spikenard Powder

Product Description:
 
Jatamansi Powder is made from the dried, finely ground rhizome of Nardostachys jatamansi, commonly known as Spikenard in English, a Himalayan herb with a genuinely ancient history, the same plant referenced as spikenard in classical and historical texts for its distinctive, musky fragrance. Native to the high-altitude regions of the Himalayas, it has long been valued in Ayurvedic and Siddha wellness traditions across India.
 
The rhizomes are dried and finely milled into a smooth, aromatic powder suited to hair oil preparations, herbal formulation, and traditional wellness blends. Jatamansi Powder is a regular requirement for haircare formulators and Ayurvedic wellness brands building hair oil blends, and it's just as suited to a smaller fragrance-focused buyer drawn to its aromatic character, or a formulator testing a batch before scaling up.
 
Specifications:
 
Botanical name: Nardostachys jatamansi
Also known as: Spikenard (English), Balchad, Jatamansi (Hindi), Jatamamsi (Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada)
Plant part used: Rhizome/root
Form: Fine powder
Colour: Dark brown to grayish. Natural variation between batches is normal.
Processing: Dried and finely ground
Shelf life: 2 years from date of packaging
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place in an airtight container, away from direct sunlight and moisture
 
Applications:
 
Ayurvedic & Herbal Formulation: a valued ingredient in Ayurvedic and Siddha wellness preparations, prized for its distinctive aromatic character
Haircare: traditionally used in hair oil and scalp care preparations
Cosmetics & Skincare: used in some traditional skincare formulations
 
How to Use:
 
For formulation use, blend into your product base at your required concentration, commonly used in hair oil infusions. As with any raw material, test in a small batch before scaling up.
 
Why Herbslyn?
 
Herbslyn supplies bulk raw materials from Salem, Tamil Nadu, to cosmetic formulators, soap and candle makers, Ayurvedic manufacturers, and individual buyers across India. Sourced from trusted growers and suppliers, our raw materials are carefully selected and every batch is quality-checked before dispatch for consistency you can rely on. Pack sizes run from small-batch testing quantities right through to full bulk orders, with competitive pricing shown directly on every product, no request-a-quote gating. Reach out any time to discuss your requirement, and we'll get back to you directly.
 
FAQ:
 
Where does this come from? 
It is a Himalayan herb, native to high-altitude regions of India, Nepal, and Bhutan, and is not cultivated at scale like many other herbs.
 
How long does the powder last once opened? 
Best used within 2 years of packaging. Reseal tightly after each use.
 
Do you supply in bulk quantities beyond 1kg? 
Yes, see the bulk ordering note below.
Bulk or customized orders: Contact us for pricing.
 
The information on this page is provided for general and educational purposes. We recommend requesting a sample to check suitability for your specific use case before proceeding with a bulk order