Chickweed or Stellaria media:Tradition and History.

Contents

• Basic Botanical Info:Stellaria media,Chickweed.
• Chickweed Botanical Description.
• Phytochemical and Constituents of Stellaria media.
• Chickweed Gernal Uses and Medicinal Uses.
• Uses in History registration and Ancient Lore of Chickweed.
• Administration and Application Guide:Stellaria media.
• Research Update:Chickweed or Stellaria media.

Applications and Properties:

Applications:

Demulcent, refrigerant: plant chopped and boiled in lard makes a fine green cooling ointment, good for piles and sores, and cutaneous diseases,employed as an application for ophthalmia.
Inflammation and indolent ulcers.
B vitamins and Minerals Source.
Mild astringent.
Treat irritated skin,soothe severe itchiness.
Constipation.
Bronchitis, coughs.
Weight Loss and obesity.
Digestive tract.
Externally, it is used in the form of a poultice or ointment and applied to boils, ulcers and abscesses. The fresh juice has also been used to dissolve warts and other skin growths.

Properties:

Chickweed has a history that spans the continents. Native Americans cherished it as a general tonic to help keep them healthy throughout the seasons. European folklore also recognizes the same uses. Today,Chickweed remains as popular as ever. It contains a wealth of naturally occurring nutrients, and is a valuable herb for both young or old.
Chickweed is also known by the names Adder's Mouth, Indian Chickweed,Satin Flower,Starwort,Stitchwort,Tongue-Grass, Winterweed, Starweed, Star Chickweed, and Tongue Grass. The genus name Stellaria is derived from "star", which refers to the shape of the flower.
Dosage: vary considerably according to the type of product used. Keeping in mind that no medical benefits have been proved for any oral chickweed preparation, the directions on the package should be followed if chickweed is used for medical purposes.

Safety and Toxicity:

Risks: Because chickweed contains uncertain amounts of nitrates, which may be responsible for miscarriage or birth defects, chickweed should not be taken by pregnant women. Due to a very small risk of nitrate poisoning, chickweed is also not advised for breast-feeding women or small children.

Reference:

• 1.Chickweed or Stellaria media:Tradition and History.

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♣ last edit date:27th,Oct.2010.