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What is the scientific name, What is the scientific name, family and parts used of ___?
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Name 5 actions and 3 indications of ____
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Name contraindications of ____
Key constituents in____ and how they present.
What is the scientific name, family and parts used of Artichoke?
- Cyanara cardunculus var. scolymus
- Asteraceae
- Leaves, flowerheads and roots
Name 5 actions and 3 indications of Cyanara cardunculus var scolymus
1 - cholagogue, hepato-protective, detoxifier, antioxidant, cardiotonic
2- digestive system - Liver and gallbladder conditions, Cardiovascular system - lowers cholesterol
Name contraindications of Cyanara cardunculus var scolymus
Asteraceae - caution with allergies to family
Caution with pregnant and lactating (Cynarase milk curdling enzyme)
Do not use with gallstones or obstruction in biliary tract
Key constituents in Cyanara cardunculus var scolymus and how they present.
Cynarase (milk curdling enzyme)
What is the scientific name, What is the scientific name, family and parts used of Borage?
- Borago officinalis
- Boraginaceae
- Leaf, flower, seed oil
Name 5 actions and 3 indications of Borago officinalis
- Expectorant, hormone regulator, anti-inflammatory, diuretic, emollient
- Adrenal fatigue, coughs, anxiety and stress, reproductive issues
Name contraindications of Borago officinalis
Avoid excessive or prolonged ingestion (bc of Pyrrolizidine alkaloids
Avoid in pregnancy and breastfeeding
Key constituents in Borago officinalis and how they present. (2)
Pyrrolizidine alkaloids (hepatotoxic) Seed oil contains Gamma-linolenic acid (good for arthritic symptoms)
What is the scientific name, What is the scientific name, family and parts used of Calendula?
- Calendula officinalis
- Asteraceae
- Flowers, aerial parts
Name 5 actions and 3 indications of Calendula officinalis
- anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial, astringent, anti-fungal, vulnerary
- Skin - eczema, wounds, burns
Urinary - cystitis
Name contraindications of ____
What is the scientific name, What is the scientific name, family and parts used of Centaury?
- Centaurium erythraea
- Gentianaceae
- Aerial parts
Name 5 actions and 3 indications of Centaurium erthraea
- Bitter, aromatic, mild nervine, gastric stimulant, diaphoretic
- Digestive issues - anorexia, sluggish digestion, dyspepsia
Name contraindications of Centaurium erythraea
Pregnancy and peptic ulcers