Species: Betonica Officinalis
Common Names: Betony, Bishop Wort, Brewton, Common Hedgenettle, Purple Betony, and Woundwort
Family: Lamiaceae, mint family
Parts of Plants Used for Medicinal Purposes: Dried aerial parts
Actions & Properties:
Nerve tonic
Adaptogen
Sedative
Analgesic
Vulnerary
Hypotensive
Appetite stimulant
Indications:
Supports nervous system
Eases stress, anxiety, & depression
Promotes relaxation
Eases headaches & migraines
Eases stress causing pain or tension
Relaxes skeletal muscular system
Supports pain relief
Heals wounds
Can help lower blood pressure
Stimulates appetite
Soothes digestive track
Contraindications:
· Moderate interaction with medications for high blood pressure.
· May lower blood pressure; therefore, be mindful for those monitoring blood pressure.
· Stop use two weeks before a scheduled surgery.
· Typically, safe during pregnancy and breast feeding.
Chemical Constituents: Tannins (up to 15%), saponins, alkaloids including betonicine, stachydrene, & trigonelline
Energetics (Sensation, Chakras, and Taste):
· Sensations: Bitter, aromatic, warming
· Chakra: Solar plexus
· Taste: Slightly bitter and earthy
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