Classification of Medicinal Plants: Part 3 - Alteratives or Blood Purifiers and Stimulants Flashcards
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This wild plant is a bane to farmers but a blessing to herbalists. It is one of the safest, tastiest, and most effective detoxifying and cleansing herbs. Select one: a. Burdock b. Dandelion c. Nettles d. Ginger
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a. Burdock
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This herb runs a close second to garlic in versatility and popularity. It has been a long time favorite for treating arthritis and joint pain. Select one: a. Burdock b. Dandelion c. Nettles d. Ginger
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d. Ginger
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What herb can be used internally and externally to treat eczema, psoriasis, and other skin-related imbalances? Select one: a. Burdock b. Dandelion c. Nettles d. Ginger
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a. Burdock
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This herbs genus name means “dew of the sea.” Select one: a. Dandelion b. Nettles c. Rosemary d. Ginger
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c. Rosemary
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This herb is known as the brain tonic, improving concentration and memory. Select one: a. Dandelion b. Rosemary c. Ginger d. Nettles
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b. Rosemary
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This bright sunny flower starts blooming early and is often still bravely blooming at first snow fall. It is one of the best herbs for nourishing and cleansing the lymphatic system. Select one: a. Dandelion b. Rosemary c. Calendula d. Sunflowers
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c. Calendula
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This entire plant is useful as both medicine and food. It is also hardy and grows in abundance. Select one: a. Dandelion b. Rosemary c. Calendula d. Sunflowers
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a. Dandelion
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According to Gladstar, all men over the age of 50 would be wise to use this herb to nourish and protect their prostate gland. Select one: a. Dandelion b. Nettles c. Rosemary d. Ginger
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b. Nettles
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This herb contains formic acid, which can cause a sting much like a bee sting. Select one: a. Dandelion b. Ginger c. Nettles d. Rosemary
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c. Nettles
10
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In addition to blood purifiers or alteratives, the main remedies for the torpid tissue state are \_\_\_\_\_\_. Select one: a. tonics b. diaphorectics c. laxatives d. nervines
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c. laxatives
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According to Matthew Wood, this herb is usually classified as one of the front rank blood purifiers. Select one: a. Burdock b. Dandelion c. Nettles d. Ginger
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a. Burdock
12
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What part of burdock is used for chronic conditions? Select one: a. Root b. Seed c. Leaf d. Flower
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a. Root
13
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According to Scudder, this herb is a blood maker. It stimulates the glands of the body and especially the lymphatics and liver. Select one: a. Burdock b. Oregon Grape Root c. Dandelion d. Black Walnut
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b. Oregon Grape Root
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This herb is both an alterative and a laxative. It will stimulate the gallbladder and liver as well as lubricate the intestines to remove constipation. Select one: a. Burdock b. Oregon Grape Root c. Dandelion d. Black Walnut
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d. Black Walnut
15
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The allergies and rings around the eyes suggest what organs are compromised? Select one: a. Heart and liver b. Brain and kidneys c. Kidneys and liver d. Intestines and liver
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c. Kidneys and liver
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If you had parasites, what herb would make the most sense to use? Select one: a. Burdock b. Oregon Grape Root c. Dandelion d. Black Walnut
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d. Black Walnut
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The most common stimulant for a depressed state is \_\_\_\_\_\_ and \_\_\_\_\_ herbs. Select one: a. pungent, spicy b. sweet, pungent c. bitter, spicy d. salty, moist
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a. pungent, spicy
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This herb is suited to cases where the system is cold, the mucosa are inactive, with free secretion and irritation, or the mucus is settled and stagnant so that it needs to be raised by sneezing, coughing, or vomiting. Select one: a. Burdock b. Ginger c. Calendula d. Black Walnut
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b. Ginger
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What is ginger most widely used for? Select one: a. Breathing b. Circulation c. Digestion d. Anxiety
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c. Digestion
20
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If you have inflamed glands what herb would you use? Select one: a. Ginger b. Calendula c. Angelica d. Rosemary
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b. Calendula
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This herb is considered to have a mild effect on the mind; it relaxes the thinking apparatus and opens the imagination. Select one: a. Ginger b. Calendula c. Angelica d. Rosemary
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c. Angelica
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\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ is perhaps most important as a carminative or aromatic/bitter stimulant to the stomach and intestines. Select one: a. Ginger b. Calendula c. Angelica d. Rosemary
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c. Angelica
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This warm, dry stimulating mint is one of the most important herbs in Mediterranean medicine. Select one: a. Ginger b. Calendula c. Angelica d. Rosemary
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d. Rosemary
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This herb is a good remedy for nerve damage resulting in numbness, tingling, and pain. Select one: a. Nettles b. ***ly ash c. Angelica d. Calendula
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b. ***ly ash
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__________ is one of the most generally useful plants in the pharmacopoeia.
Select one:
a. Nettles
b. ***ly ash
c. Angelica
d. Calendula
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a. Nettles
