192 results found for “dempus*”

Parts used: Leaves and rootPropertiesAlterative, anti-inflammatory, antilithic, antirheumatic, blood purifier, diuretic, lithotriptic, stimulantPrimary nutrientsCalcium, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, protein, selenium, silicon, sodium, vitamins A and C, zincFor centuries, Devil’s Claw has been used to treat various ailments without any harmful side effects. It...

Parts used: Inner barkPropertiesAdaptogen, alterative, analgesic, antifungal, antimicrobial, antineoplastic, antiviral, astringent, blood purifierPrimary nutrientsCalcium, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, sodium, vitamins A, B-complex, and C, zincPau d’arco has become a well-known herb for healing and protecting the body from disease.  There seems to be...

Parts used: Aerial partsPropertiesAnti-spasmodic, cardiac tonic, emmenagogue, hepatic, nervine, sedativeThe names of this plant show its range of uses.  ‘Motherwort’ shows its relevance to menstrual and uterine conditions whilst ‘cardiaca’ indicates its used in heart and circulation treatments.It is valuable in the stimulation of delayed...

Parts used: Root & leavesPropertiesAbortifacient, anthelminthicPrimary nutrientsLipophilic flavonoids, sesquiterpene lactonesPopular in witchcraft, mugwort is said to promote lucid dreaming and astral travel.  Smoking or eating mugwort before going to sleep is supposed to make dreams more intense and help the dreamer remember them upon waking.Mugwort...

Parts used: LeavesPropertiesAnalgesic, anti-catarrhal, antispasmodic, antitussive, astringent, demulcent, diuretic, expectorant, mucilant, vulneraryPrimary nutrientsCalcium, iron, potassium, sulfur, vitamins A, B-complex, and DTraditionally, mullein is well known for its use in treating respiratory disorders such as asthma, bronchitis, coughs, tuberculosis and congestion.  It can help loosen mucus...

Parts used: RootPropertiesAlterative, antibiotic, astringent, blood purifies, cholagogue, nutritive, purgative (mild)Primary nutrientsIron (easily digestible form), manganese, nickel, vitamins A and CYellow dock is well known as a blood cleanser, tonic and builder, helping the liver purify the blood and lymph systems.  Modern herbalists recommend yellow...

Parts used: Whole plant, which is a common seaweedPropertiesAdaptogen, antibiotic, anti-hypothyroid, anti-inflammatory, anti-rheumatic, blood tonic, diuretic (mild), endocrine gland stimulant, nutritive, laxative, metabolic stimulant, stimulates the circulation of lymphPrimary nutrientsOne of the richest sources of minerals (micro-nutrients) chiefly copper, iodine, manganese, silicon, sodium, sulphur, zincBladderwrack,...

Parts used Entire herbPropertiesAlterative, anti-inflammatory, antiperiodic, antiviral, diaphoretic, emetic, febrifuge, purgative (mild), nervine, stimulantPrimary nutrientsCalcium magnesium, PABA, potassium, vitamins C and B-complexNative Americans used this valuable herb for colds, flu and fevers. It has been used to restore strength in the stomach and spleen,...

Parts used: Entire plantPropertiesAlterative, aromatic, blood purifier, cholagogue, digestive, emmenagogue, febrifuge, stomachicCentaury is beneficial for recovery during a long illness because it promotes the appetite and strengthens the digestive system.  It also purifies the blood, regulates the gallbladder, and is an excellent tonic.  The...

Parts used: RootPropertiesAntifungal, antimicrobial, antioxidant, aromatic, carminative, diuretic (mild), expectorant, laxative (mild), stomachicPrimary nutrientsCalcium, iron, potassium, vitamins A and CSweet cicely is rarely used in modern herbal medicine but has been valued as a medicinal herb in folk medicine for a long time.Sweet cicely...

Parts used: FlowersPropertiesAlterative, anodyne, antibacterial, antibiotic, antineoplastic, carminative, cholagogue, galactagogue, nervine, sedative, stomachic, vulneraryPrimary nutrientsChlorine, copper, fluorine, iodine, iron, lead, magnesium, manganese, sodium, vitamin B-complex, zincHops are best known for their sedative action.  They are also used for their antibiotic properties, which are beneficial for...

Parts used: BarkPropertiesAromatic, astringent, expectorantPrimary nutrientsCalcium, copper, iodine, manganese, nickel, sodium, vitamins A and C, zincTraditionally, white pine bark was used for treating colds, coughs, scurvy, kidney ailments, chest congestion and dysentery.  A poultice was applied to wounds to speed healing.The bark is an excellent...

Parts used: FruitPropertiesAntiseptic, antispasmodic, astringent, blood purifier, nutritive, stomachicPrimary nutrientsCalcium, iron, potassium, silica, sodium, sulfur, vitamins A, B-complex, C, D and ENative Americans used rose hips as food, because it was available all year round.  Scurvy was uncommon among them because of the vitamin C...

Parts used: Aerial partsPropertiesDiaphoretic, diuretic, galactagogue, reduces blood sugarGoat’s rue is one of many herbal remedies with the action of reducing blood sugar levels.  Its use is thus indicated in the treatment of diabetes mellitus.  This must not replace insulin therapy, however, and should...

Parts used: Entire herbPropertiesAlterative, antibacterial, bitter, blood purifier, diaphoretic, emmenagogue, galactagoguePrimary nutrientsCalcium, magnesium, niacin, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, sodium, Vitamins A, B-complex and C, zincBlessed thistle strengthens the heart and lungs, as well as increasing circulation to the brain to improve mental function.  Research also suggests...