Mature Height: 8-10 ft.

Mature Width: 4-6 ft.

Sunlight: Full-Partial

Growth Rate: Fast

Harvest Time: October

Botanical Name: Ziziphus jujuba 'Empress Gee'

Grows Well In Zones: 5-10 outdoors

Ziziphus Jujuba is a nutritious fruit that has no calories that grow in a shrub with tiny

 greenish-yellow flowers. This fruit is commonly found in the southern Asian regions like 

central and southern China, Nepal, Korea, Bangladesh, Pakistan, Iran, and Lebanon.

Role Of Ziziphus Jujuba In Ancient Medicine

According to the medical records of China, the use of this potent fruit dates back to 2500

 years ago. One can find an extensive use of the bark, seed, and skin of jujubes in the

 preparation of traditional medicines of regions, such as Japan, Korea, and India.

Ziziphus Jujuba is known for its ability to relieve insomnia, stress, anxiety, and was 

used widely as contraceptive, digestive aid and as an appetite stimulant. Earlier, 

the ancient people used the fruit for the preparation of juices, desserts, and cakes.

Amazing Health Benefits Of Ziziphus Jujuba

The jujubes are packed with very powerful antioxidants and have all essential minerals 

and vitamins, making it a perfect choice to improve human health. Read on to know more 

about the impressive health benefits that this wonder fruit has in store for you.

Relieves Stress And Anxiety

Ziziphus Jujuba has specific anxiolytic properties that help it provide a soothing

 effect for the patients suffering from severe stress and anxiety issues. The fruit

 is a natural anti-stress food, has anti-anxiety properties and is an antidepressant 

that enables it to have a soothing effect on your body and mind.

Eating the raw fruit or its oil would have a positive effect on the hormone levels of

 people with stress while inducing a relaxed and calm sensation overall. For those who 

are under severe anxiety and chronic stress attack, having some dried jujubes as snacks 

or a cup of tea with jujube extract will calm their stress hormones.

 Aids In Good Sleep

Taking the jujube fruit seed extract would be the best remedy for those who are experiencing 

issues like restlessness and insomnia. The seeds and pulp of this beneficial fruit have useful 

organic compounds like polysaccharides, saponins, and flavonoids that can calm both the mind and

 body to offer a good night’s sleep. Having a cup of tea with jujube decoction will act as the best

 sleeping aid, as it is a natural sedative. It could also be an ideal candidate for developing health 

supplements for treatment of nerves and the nervous system related disorders. 

 Cures Blood-Related Issues

Ziziphus Jujuba is a good source of potassium and iron, which are very useful to maintain the health

 of blood cells. Patients suffering from anemia or having a low blood count and people with the low 

iron level in blood can consume this fruit. This fruit has beneficial chemicals like saponin,

 triterpenoids and alkaloids can purify the blood and aids in detoxification.

Having a raw jujube fruit every day can help in getting relief from symptoms of anemia, such

 as lightheadedness, cognitive confusion, indigestion, muscle weakness, and fatigue. It is possible 

to improve the levels of potassium and iron in the body by increasing the blood flow and keeping the

internal organs well oxygenated. Jujubes also promote the formation of red blood cells and nourish 

the cells in the body.

 Anticancer Properties

The juice extracted from jujubes has the ability to inhibit the growth of cancerous cells. Studies

 reveal that the water extracted from the dried Ziziphus Jujuba has apoptosis induction properties 

that make the cancer tumor cells to die automatically. The extract of jujubes has been proven to suppress 

the growth of tumor cell lines, specifically leukemia, making it one of the best food to fight cancer.

To be more specific, polysaccharides and triterpenic acids and the bioactive compounds present in the fruit. 

These compounds possess anticancer and antiproliferative effects on a lot of cancer cell lines. 

 Promotes Bone Strength

Jujubes are loaded with many useful minerals, such as iron, phosphorous and calcium, which are essential

 for maintaining the health of your bones. The elderly often suffer from several bone degrading conditions 

like osteoporosis and consuming the jujube fruit every day would restore the resilience 

and strength of the bones.

 Improves Immune System

Ziziphus Jujuba is highly beneficial for your immune system, as it is rich in antioxidants, as it has many useful 

organic acids, compounds and Vitamins A and C. These antioxidants would make the free radicals in the body neutral, 

as it can cause severe illnesses and chronic diseases. The presence of Vitamin C can kindle the white blood cell 

production and can promote the defense mechanism of the immune system. The extract from the fruit also protected 

PC12 cells against cytotoxicity which are induced by tBHP. 

 Normalizes Blood Pressure Level

Having a fresh cup of jujubes every day can contribute to your potassium requirements. Having the right amount 

of potassium in your body is essential for making the blood vessels very relaxed. A jujube has niacin of 0.5 mg 

that improves the blood flow. It also keeps the levels of blood pressure under control and maintains the energy level.

Jujuba Leaves Fruit Trees

Leaves, Fruits, and Tree of Jujuba

 Relieves Constipation

Jujube fruits can provide gastrointestinal benefits that make it a perfect natural remedy to ease chronic 

constipation. It improves the processes of digestion, as it is rich in fiber content. The presence of triterpenoids

 and saponins in jujubes have a pivotal role to play in promoting the nutrient intake of the body and supports 

regular bowel movement.

It also prevents gastrointestinal issues, such as bloating, flatulence, cramping etc. This fruit also lowers the

 exposure of intestinal mucus towards toxic compounds like ammonia.

 Maintains Body Weight

If you are having fruits as a part of your weight loss diet, do not forget to add a few jujubes to your fruit 

salad. As the red dates are rich in fiber and proteins, and low in calories, it can cater to your body’s 

nutritional needs. Ziziphus Jujuba can also feel you fuller to prevent snacking to help you maintain ideal body weight.

 Guards The Liver

Jujube fruits are known for their liver friendly properties. It offers excellent protection against liver 

injury with its antioxidant properties. The chemical compounds of this red dates help in sweeping

 away the free radicals from the body and prevent the oxidative damage. Its anti-anxiety function a

lso promotes the functions of the liver.

 Fights Infections

Jujubes have a special enzyme called bromelain that is associated while lowering the buildup of mucus and 

phlegm in the sinus cavities and respiratory tracts. It can cure cold and common cold effectively as it 

is rich in Vitamin C. Having a cup of warm jujube tea with a bit of ginger and mint leaves can soothe

 the throat ache and relieves a cough.

 Neurodegenerative Diseases

Due to neurotrophin deficiency, neurodegenerative diseases might occur. When jujube is taken as a food 

supplement, this disease could be prevented. In the study, the effects of the supplement were studied where 

its neuronal differentiation effects were studies on PC12 cells. 

THE HEALTH BENEFITS OF ZIZIPHUS JUJUBA WOULD HELP YOU UNDERSTAND THAT IT IS IMPORTANT TO INCORPORATE IT INTO

 YOUR DAILY DIET. IT CAN BE EATEN IN ITS RAW FORM, AS CANDIED FRUIT, SYRUP OR CAN BE INFUSED AS A TEA.

Cold Stratify the Seeds

Wrap the jujube stones in moist sphagnum moss and place them inside a sealable plastic bag. Leave the bag open 1 inch to allow excess moisture to escape. Store the seeds in the refrigerator for two to three months to cold stratify. Moisten the sphagnum moss whenever it feels barely damp.

Soak the Seeds

Remove the jujube stones from the refrigerator after the cold stratification period has ended. Place them in a bowl. The Zhong Wei Horticultural Products Company says to cover them with just-boiled water and soak them for 24 hours.

Scarify the Seeds

Rub the side of each jujube stone with a steel rasp until a small hole forms or gently crack the endocarp with a handheld nutcracker. This is known as scarifying the seed. It weakens the endocarp, or hard outer layer, so the seed inside will germinate faster.

Sow the Seeds

Sow the processed jujube seeds in individual 4-inch pots filled with sterile potting mix. Sow them 1/2 inch deep. Water each pot after sowing to help settle the soil.

Use a Germination Mat

Place the potted jujube seeds inside a greenhouse, insulated cold frame or indoors near a large, sunny window when growing jujube in container. Warm the pots with a germination mat set to 80 F during the day and 60 F at night.

Keep the Soil Moist

Monitor the moisture level in the potting mix closely because it will dry out quickly with the warm temperatures. Add water whenever it feels mostly dry in the top 1/4 inch. Water until it feels moderately moist but not soggy in the top 1 inch.

Watch for Germination

Watch for germination in three to four weeks. Keep the germination mat in place for another two weeks, then begin turning it off during the day. Warm the pots at night for another week, then remove the germination mat completely.

Transplant the Seedlings