Arctium Lappa

ARCTIUM LAPPA

Arctium LappaArctium Lappa belongs to the family of Asteraceae. It is found throughout the northern hemisphere and is regarded as a weed in certain parts of the globe. This herbal plant thrives on road sides and on building sites.

This herbal plant is native to parts of Scandinavia and the Mediterranean region. It is found across Russia, Middle east, China, Japan and British Isles. It is usually found in soil that is rich in nitrogen content. The cultivation of this plant is unique and is known as pilling.

CHARACTERISTICS OF ARCTIUM LAPPA

This plant grows up to the height of 1 meter. It has flower heads which are covered with spiny hooks that have a tendency to stick to fur and clothing. This plant inspired the inventors of Velcro fastening systems to make their innovative product range.

The roots and the leaves of plant are used to make medicinal drugs. The wrinkled brown colored root of the plant is hard to touch and is known for its remedial properties. The plant is usually harvested in the month of July just before it is about to flower.

The root of the plant is used to make extracts, decoctions and powders. The leaves are bitter tasting and are added to infusions for their medicinal properties. In maximum medicine mixtures this herb is combined with other complimentary plant extracts.

THE PRESCRIBED DOSAGE OF ARCTIUM LAPPA

  • For relieving problems of the skin like acne, boils and spots: an infusion made from around 5 grams of dried Arctium Lappa leaves and 1 litre water must be taken 2 cups a day.
  • One Capsule of the herb must be consumed 3 times a day with a glass of plain water.
  • Eczema, itching, grazes and insect bites can be relieved by applying creams or lotions that contain the extracts of this herbal plant.

THERAPEUTIC POWERS OF THE HERB

The roots of the Arctium Lappa contain a plant sugar called inulin. The sweetness of it can be tasted when the root is chewed raw. This part of the plant has antibacterial and antifungal compounds. The leaves of Arctium Lappa contain a substance called arctiopicrin which is bitter to taste but has high medicinal value.

NUTRIENT COMPOSITION

According to studies around 100 grams of the herb has a calorific value of 72 kcal. The herb is rich in carbohydrates, sugar, dietary fiber, protein, fat, riboflavin, thiamin, niacin, vitamin B6, Folate, Pantothenic acid, vitamin C, E and K, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, calcium as well as iron.

CARE FOR AILMENTS

In traditional ayurvedic medicinal science the root of the Arctium Lappa was used to cleanse the blood and relieve the problems of eczema as well as psoriasis. The leaf poultices were widely applied on painful rheumatic joints. In recent times the plant has been known to relieve skin disorder. The plant extract is thus added to creams and lotions to relieve the problem of cracked skin, insect bites and grazes. It is also an effective management for acne, boils and skin spotting. The root of the herb is a diuretic and has purging effects. It aids the removal of the body’s toxins making it an efficient detoxifier.

Studies have proven that the root can help in lowering sugar levels and can be considered as a potential management for diabetes. The root extract also has estrogenic effects and can prove to be useful in relieving problems caused due to menstrual disorders.

SAFETY AND PRECAUTIONARY TIPS FOR USING THIS HERB

There are no recorded toxic side effects of the herb but it is advised not to be used by children below the age of 15. It must also not be consumed by lactating or pregnant women. This herb is also to be avoided by patients who are suffering from acute diarrhea or dysentery.

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