Family

• Asteraceae

Constituents

• Coumarin: umbelliferone 
• Flavonoids (apigenol, luteol)
• Caffeic acid, ascorbic acid (vitamin C), chlorogenic acid
• Triterpene alcohols, esters
• Inulin (in the root)
• Antibiotics

Parts used

• Aerial parts, including dried stems, leaves and flowers

Properties

• Choleretics
• Diuretic
• Antiseptic
• Antimucolytic
• Antibiotic action
• Antifungal
• Stimulant
• Astringent

Indications 

• Weight loss
• Helps lower blood pressure
• Excess urea
• Cystitis
• Prostatitis
• Water retention
• Gallstones
• Cough
• Asthma
• Pertussis
• Bronchitis
• Convalescence
• Asthenia
• Wounds
• Cuts

Side effects

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Contraindications

Seek medical advice before starting a cure, especially for pregnant and lactating women.

Interactions

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Forms of use

• Herbal teas
• Infusion of fresh plants
• Mother tincture
• Fluid extract
• Capsules