Geraniaceae Antiinflammatory Rose geranium

Geraniaceae Antiinflammatory Rose geranium
Family:Geraniaceae Antiinflammatory; Antiseptic; Aromatherapy; Astringent; Cancer; Sedative.
Common name:Rose geranium
An aromatic rose-scented herb the whole plant has relaxant anti-depressant and antiseptic effects reduces inflammation and controls bleeding. All parts of the plant are astringent. It is used internally in the treatment of pre-menstrual and menopausal problems nausea tonsillitis and poor circulation. Externally it is used to treat acne haemorrhoids eczema bruises ringworm and lice. The leaves can be used fresh at any time of the year.The essential oil from the leaves is used in aromatherapy and is also applied locally to cervical cancer.

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