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| Arnica montana | |||
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| Name | |||
| Arnica | |||
| Biological Name | |||
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Arnica montana |
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| Other Names | |||
| Arnica, Leopard's bane, mountain tobacco, mountain arnica, common arnica, wolfsbane | |||
| Parts Used | |||
| flowers, rootstock | |||
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Diaphoretic, diuretic, emollient, expectorant, stimulant, vulnerary Reduce pain and swelling Diaphoretic, diuretic, emollient, expectorant, stimulant, vulnerary. Promotes the healing of wounds, bruises, and irritation. Caution: Use only very diluted tincture externally as it can cause inflammation and blistering when applied. Arnica is also used sometimes to relieve abdominal pains, when used as a poultice. |
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| Description | |||
| A perennial that grows to a height of 1 to 2 feet. It is generally found in the mountainous parts. The basal leaves are oblong-ovate and short-petioled. The upper leaves are smaller and sessile. The flowers appear from June to August | |||
| Dosage | |||
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Use professionally prepared remedies whenever possible. |
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| Safety | |||
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Do not use internally or externally. Internal use may cause great pain or even death; external use may irritate the skin. |
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