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Tussilago farfara: Coltsfoot.
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- BOTANICAL NAMES: Tussilago farfara
- COMMON NAMES: Coltsfoot; Cough Wort; Horse Hoof;
- PHARMACOPEIAL NAMES:
- Identifying Characteristics:
- Stem:
- Leaves:
- Flowers:
- Root:
- Fruit:
- Taste:
- Odour:
- Distribution:
- Parts used:
- Body Parts Affected:
- Constituents: Sulphur; Tannin's,
- Parts Used Leaves
- Solvents: Water
- Therapeutic Action: Soothing Expectorant.
- Astrological:
- NUMEROLOGICAL
- Medical Uses Cough remedy, hoarseness 7, Bronchitis. , Shredded leaves smoked for
Bronchitis. , Strong decoction as poultice for ulcers, Swelling Phlebitis. Contains sulphur beneficial in treating some skin disorders.
- HOMEOPATHIC:
- Chinese:
- Contra-Indications can irritate the liver when used excessively.
- Preparation:
- Dosage:
- Infusion 2-6 ounces, sipped slowly.
- Decoction
- Fluid extract
- oil
- powder 60 grain
- tincture Frequent teaspoon full
- Syrup #2 Frequent Teaspoon
- Administrations:
- Notes: Used at Dawn by Shaman of Grease & Asia minor.
- Formulas:
- Congenial Combinations:
- NON MEDICAL USES:
- Cultivation:
- Sister Plants
- History:
- Harvest:
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