Nardostachys grandiflora

Nardostachys grandiflora
Family:Nardostachys grandiflora; Antispasmodic; Carminative; Deobstruent; Deodorant; Diuretic; Emmenagogue; Laxative; Nervine; Sedative; Stimulant; Stomachic.
Common name:Spikenard
The root is antispasmodic carminative deobstruent deodorant diuretic emmenagogue laxative nervine sedative stimulant and stomachic. It is an excellent substitute for valerian Valeriana officinalis and is taken internally in the treatment of epilepsy hysteria and convulsive affections nervous indigestion insomnia depression and tension headaches. Externally it is used as a deodorant and to treat rashes. The root is harvested in the autumn and dried for later use. Use this remedy with caution overdoses are toxic.

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