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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 ____

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Key constituents in____ and how they present.

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What is the scientific name, family and parts used of Artichoke?

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  1. Cyanara cardunculus var. scolymus
  2. Asteraceae
  3. Leaves, flowerheads and roots
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Name 5 actions and 3 indications of Cyanara cardunculus var scolymus

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1 - cholagogue, hepato-protective, detoxifier, antioxidant, cardiotonic
2- digestive system - Liver and gallbladder conditions, Cardiovascular system - lowers cholesterol

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Name contraindications of Cyanara cardunculus var scolymus

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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

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Key constituents in Cyanara cardunculus var scolymus and how they present.

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Cynarase (milk curdling enzyme)

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What is the scientific name, What is the scientific name, family and parts used of Borage?

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  1. Borago officinalis
  2. Boraginaceae
  3. Leaf, flower, seed oil
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Name 5 actions and 3 indications of Borago officinalis

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  1. Expectorant, hormone regulator, anti-inflammatory, diuretic, emollient
  2. Adrenal fatigue, coughs, anxiety and stress, reproductive issues
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Name contraindications of Borago officinalis

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Avoid excessive or prolonged ingestion (bc of Pyrrolizidine alkaloids
Avoid in pregnancy and breastfeeding

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Key constituents in Borago officinalis and how they present. (2)

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Pyrrolizidine alkaloids (hepatotoxic)
Seed oil contains Gamma-linolenic acid (good for arthritic symptoms)
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What is the scientific name, What is the scientific name, family and parts used of Calendula?

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  1. Calendula officinalis
  2. Asteraceae
  3. Flowers, aerial parts
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Name 5 actions and 3 indications of Calendula officinalis

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  1. anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial, astringent, anti-fungal, vulnerary
  2. Skin - eczema, wounds, burns
    Urinary - cystitis
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Name contraindications of ____

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What is the scientific name, What is the scientific name, family and parts used of Centaury?

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  1. Centaurium erythraea
  2. Gentianaceae
  3. Aerial parts
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Name 5 actions and 3 indications of Centaurium erthraea

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  1. Bitter, aromatic, mild nervine, gastric stimulant, diaphoretic
  2. Digestive issues - anorexia, sluggish digestion, dyspepsia
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Name contraindications of Centaurium erythraea

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Pregnancy and peptic ulcers

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Key constituents in Centaurium erythraea

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Bitter constitents

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What is the scientific name, What is the scientific name, family and parts used of Chamomile?

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  1. Chamaemelum nobile (Roman)
    Matricaria Chamomilla (German)
  2. Asteraceae
  3. Aerial parts
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Name 5 actions and 3 indications of Chamaemelum nobile and Matricaria Chamomilla

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  1. Anti-inflammatory, relaxant, stomachic, bitter, antispasmodic
    Sedative - German
    Bitter (digestive) - Roman
  2. Digestive issues, hyperacidity, indigestion. Nervous system - insomnia, anxiety. Eczema
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Name contraindications of Chamaemelum nobile and Matricaria Chamomilla

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Safe in pregnancy and children

Avoid with Asteracea allergy

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Key constituents in Chamaemelum nobile and Matricaria Chamomilla and how they present.

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Essential oils - potent anti-inflammatory

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What is the scientific name, What is the scientific name, family and parts used of Chickweed?

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  1. Stellaria media
  2. Caryophyllacea
  3. Aerial parts
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Name 5 actions and 3 indications of Stellaria media

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  1. anti-inflammatory, carminative, demulcent, diuretic, expectorant
  2. Skin -eczema, abscesses, burns
    Respiratory system - sore throats, dry coughs
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Name contraindications of Stellaria media

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Not taken internally during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
can cause diarrhoea and vomiting
essential oil can be a skin irritant

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What is the scientific name, What is the scientific name, family and parts used of Chilli?

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  1. Capsicum annuum
  2. Solanaceae
  3. Fruit
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Name 5 actions and 3 indications of Capsicum annuum

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  1. Stimulant, carminative, tonic, diaphoretic, antimicrobial

2. Circulatory system (e.g. poor circulation, heart failure). Gastrointestinal system

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Name contraindications of Capsicum annuum

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Avoid with peptic ulcers, acid digestion, skin rashes, solanaceae sensitivity

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Key constituents in____ and how they present.

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What is the scientific name, What is the scientific name, family and parts used of Cleavers?

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  1. Gallium aparine
  2. Rubiaceae
  3. Aerial parts
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Name 5 actions and 3 indications of Gallium aparine

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  1. lymphatic, diuretic, tonic, astringent, hepatic

2. Lymphatic system (anything effected by it) - immune system, skin (eczema, acne), digestive system

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Name contraindications of ____

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What is the scientific name, What is the scientific name, family and parts used of Cloves?

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  1. Syzygium aromaticum
  2. Myrtaceae
  3. unopened flower buds
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Name 5 actions and 3 indications of Syzygium aromaticum

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  1. stimulant, carminative, aromatic, antimicrobial, antiseptic
  2. Digestive system - nausea, flatulance, stimulates DS. Toothache
    (Cloves)
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Name contraindications of Syzygium aromaticum

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Do not use in pregnancy. Dangerous in high concentrations

Cloves

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Key constituents in Syzygium aromaticum and how they present.

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Volatile oil (Eugenol) is carminative and supports digestion

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What is the scientific name, What is the scientific name, family and parts used of Cramp bark?

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  1. Viburnum opulus
  2. Virbunaceae
  3. bark
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Name 5 actions and 3 indications of Viburnum opulus

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  1. antispasmodic, nervine, sedative, astringent, relaxant
  2. Reproductive system - cramps and pains over body. Circulatory system, eases digestion
    (cramp bark)
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Name contraindications of Viburnum opulus

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Do not use in pregnancy or breastfeeding

cramp bark

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Key constituents in____ and how they present.

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What is the scientific name, What is the scientific name, family and parts used of Dandelion?

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  1. Taraxacum officinale
  2. Asteraceae
  3. Leaves and roots
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Name 5 actions and 3 indications of Taraxacum officinale

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  1. Diuretic, bitter, digestive, laxative, cholagogue
  2. Kidney and liver ailments, (increases urine, stimulates liver and bile production)
    Digestive - stimulates digestion, encourages bowel movements
    skin, hormonal and joint problems
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Name contraindications of Taraxacum officinale

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Used for gallstones and an inflamed gallbladder but not when bile duct is occluded

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Key constituents in____ and how they present.

Materia Medica (3 decks)

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