Angelica atropurpurea

Angelica atropurpurea
Family:Angelica atropurpurea; Carminative; Diaphoretic; Emmenagogue; Sedative; Stomachic; Tonic.
Common name:Purplestem angelica
A tea made from the leaves is carminative and stomachic. It is also used in the treatment of colds rheumatism etc. The seed and roots can also be used and have a stronger effect. The plant has similar properties to angelica A. archangelica though it is inferior since it is less aromatic. The root is carminative diaphoretic emmenagogue sedative stomachic and tonic. An infusion has been used in the treatment of fevers colds flatulent colic and other stomach disorders obstructed menses and as a general tonic for women. Externally it has been used as a gargle for sore throats and mouths and as a poultice for broken bones swellings etc. It has also been used both internally and externally as a treatment for rheumatism.

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