Tragopogon Pratensis
Jack-Go-To-Bed-At-Noon, Meadow Goat's-Beard, Meadow Salsify, Showy Goat's-Beard
Taxonomy- FamilyCompositae or Asteraceae
Distinguishing Features of the Plant
Tragopogon pratensis is a biennial or perennial herb growing up to 0,6m, with lanceolate, green leaves and yellow or red, hermaphrodite flowers in inflorescences.
Part of the Plant with Active Substances Leaves, root
Active SubstancesInulin, vitamins C, B6, B9, thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, pantothenic acid, minerals (calcium, manganese, phosphorus, magnesium)
Pharmacological Effects - Therapeutic ApplicationsThe plant extract has diuretic, purgative, astringent and expectorant properties and it is recommended for the treatment of arthritis, arteriosclerosis, rheumatism, hypertension and various skin problems. Also, it is administered to stimulate gallbladder fuction, the appetite and the digestion. The root has astringent, diuretic and expectorant properties and it is used in the form of herbal tea for the treatment of persistent cough, bronchitis, heartburn and various liver disorders.
Toxicity- Adverse Effect No side effects have been reported.
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Tragopogon Pratensis
Jack-Go-To-Bed-At-Noon, Meadow Goat's-Beard, Meadow Salsify, Showy Goat's-Beard
Taxonomy- FamilyCompositae or Asteraceae
Distinguishing Features of the Plant
Tragopogon pratensis is a biennial or perennial herb growing up to 0,6m, with lanceolate, green leaves and yellow or red, hermaphrodite flowers in inflorescences.
Part of the Plant with Active Substances Leaves, root
Active SubstancesInulin, vitamins C, B6, B9, thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, pantothenic acid, minerals (calcium, manganese, phosphorus, magnesium)
Pharmacological Effects - Therapeutic ApplicationsThe plant extract has diuretic, purgative, astringent and expectorant properties and it is recommended for the treatment of arthritis, arteriosclerosis, rheumatism, hypertension and various skin problems. Also, it is administered to stimulate gallbladder fuction, the appetite and the digestion. The root has astringent, diuretic and expectorant properties and it is used in the form of herbal tea for the treatment of persistent cough, bronchitis, heartburn and various liver disorders.
Toxicity- Adverse Effect No side effects have been reported.
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