Iggy's Inn

Blue Cohosh
caulophyllum thalictroides (L.)
Michaux Berbidaceae

AKA

PARTS USED
root and rootstock

WARNINGS
ACTIVE CONSTITUENTS AND EFFECTS
antispasmodic
helps relieve cramps
stimulates uterine contractions
BIOCHEMICAL INFORMATION

NUTRIENT CONTENT
potassium
magnesium
calcium
iron
silicon
phosphorus

These minerals help to alkalinize the blood and urine.

SUPPORTIVE CONDITIONS
Dysmenorrhea
Ovarian Pain

One of the properties of this medication is that it's good
for cramps women sometimes experience with their periods.
The root is the part interested in, and can prepare its decoction.
Be careful not to get near the seeds, as they're poisonous.
American Indians used this herb, and you should partake
of the tea sparingly as, in the old days, it was used for chidlbirth.
It's strong medication and should never be taken if you're pregnant.

USES
A bitter, mildly toxic herb for menstrual disorders, painful menses,
stimulates menstrual flow, cramps, fever, edema, blood tonic,
leukorrhea, rheumatism, gout, nervous disorders, gonorrhea,
ovarian neuralgia, vaginitis, dropsy, hysteria,
palpitations of the heart, colic, and diabetes.

Elevates blood pressure and stimulates
uterine contractions of childbirth and stimulates
the small intestine, and enhances symptoms of hyperglycemia.
Good for hiccough, whooping cough, spasms, and epilepsy.

COMMON USE
Considered an excellent uterine tonic, this herb has been used
safely for toning the uterus and easing false labor pains.

Its antispasmodic properties can be useful in colic,
asthma or nervous coughs.

FORMULAS
Infusion; use 1 ounce rootstock
with 1 pint boiling water; steep for 1/2 hour.
Take 2 tablspoons every 2 to 3 hours, in hot water.

Tincture; take 5-10 drops at a time.

It has a reputation for easing rheumatic pains.
5 to 15 drops 1-3 times daily.


ACTIONS
CONDITIONS


SOURCES
all herb
Actions
"A Modern Herbal"
Full Moon Paradise
The Daily Guide

BOOKS
Indian Herbology Of North America
Alma R. Hutchens

Lust, John
The Herb Book
©1974, Benedict Lust Pulications
Bantam Edition December 1974
Published in the USA and Canada

Williams, Jude C.
Jude's Herbal Home Remedies
©1992 by Llewellyn Publications
A Division of Llewellyn Worldwide, LTD
P.O. Box 64383
Saint Paul, MN 55164-1383

11/23/2003


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