Cramp, Dysmenorrhoea, Erysipelas, Leucorrhoea, Rectum( pain in), Sciatica, Toothache.
ELECAMPANE Inula helenium, L.( Moscow University, Moscow, 1965)
Russian Experience: There are many names for this gracious flower, but in 1804 inulin was discovered as being a large part of the plant’ s makeup. Since then Inula is the official name. In Russia they call it De-via-sil, or Deviat Sil, which means nine powers. Also Di-vasil, which means fair or magic power. This is how the Russian people apprize Elecampane as a medicine. At one time Elecampane in Russia was almost forgotten, but lately interest has been renewed and the Government now encourages the collection and growth of this flower. In Ancient Greece and Rome, Elecampane had prominent recognition in medical botanics, and in the Middle Ages it had the same strong reputation. Europe and Britain cultivate this flower for medical purposes. In the Far East, and isolated Tibet, Elecampane is extensively used by their own independent experience. Uses: In Russia today Elecampane grows in many gardens. They preserve the fresh root in vodka and keep this for winter use when in need of restoring health after sickness, or for stomach trouble. Other preparations consist of tea, or powder for colds, chest colds, inflammations, female trouble, skin conditions, especially itching, and wounds, catarrh, indigestion, kidney and bladder trouble, weak pancreas; in all a general blood builder. Bodily Influence: Diaphoretic, Diuretic, Antiseptic, Blood builder. Clinical: Directly or in combinations as drops, powder or tablets. Externally: Poultice or a strong tea is made and used for itching, skin rash and wounds. Food: In confectionery to give better aroma, colour and nutrition.
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Eryngium aquaticum, L.( N. O.: Umbelliferae)
Common Names: Button Snakeroot, Rattlesnake Master. Features: There are about 220 species in the genus, of which about twenty-two are found in America. E. aquaticum grows in wet soil and in the pine barrens, from New Jersey south to Florida; and west to Texas, Missouri and Minnesota.
The white flowers bloom in August and a number of species are cultivated for the steel blue colour of the stem and branches, and unusual manner of growth. The root is tuberous, aromatic and of a sweet acrid taste, resembling the parsnip. Medicinal Part: The root.