HERB OF THE LAMPARONES
escrofularia scrophularia nodosa
HERB OF THE LAMPARONES
escrofularia scrophularia nodosa
Other Names:
Herb of
Lamparones
.
The name of this plant is derived from "Scrofulosorum", which is known as the affectation of tuberculous lymph nodes. Its roots, full of nodules, recalls the appearance presented by swollen lymph nodes in the neck by
tuberculosis
. Guando there were no effective treatments against this serious
disease
,
escrofularia
was
one of the most popular
remedies
. Today we still have application in other types of nodules, particularly in
hemorrhoids
.
HABITAT:
grows in the mountainous and temperate climate of Europe and the Americas, excluding the Mediterranean region.
Description:
perennial plant of the
family
of Escrofulariáceas, which reaches 60 to 90 cms. tall. Presents
a
quadrangular stem, from whose end there is
a
small bouquet of flowers. Its smell is unpleasant.
Used parts:
the whole plant.
Properties and indications:
the entire plant contains saponins, flavonoids glycosides, various
organic
acids and an alkaloid. In internal use is diuretic, although due to its toxicity, will only be used externally for its emollient (calm inflammation of the skin and mucous membranes) and healing, because of its content in saponins. This applies in the form of washes and towels. It is particularly useful in case of
hemorrhoids
, and to calm the pain they produce, and reduced in size. It also applies in abscesses, infected wounds and furúnculos.
Use:
washes and compresses on the affected area with
a
decoction of 20 grams per
liter
of water plant. Bath seat with the
liquid
decoction of the same.
Precautions:
The
escrofularia
should be applied only to external use. Ingested, causes vomiting and
diarrhea
.
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