_e_ Posted September 17, 2006 This plant is in some of my ayurvedic herbal medicine, however im keen to try it on its own in larger doses. I was just wondering if anyone has any info on it, or is growing it in Australia. thankyou. Vassourinha has long held a place in herbal medicine in everytropical country where it grows, and its use by indigenous peoples is well documented. Indigenous tribes uses as sedative and analgesic as well as an antiseptic wash for wounds, as an anti-nausea aid for infants, as a soothing bath to treat fever, and in poultices for migraine headaches. Herbalists and natural health practitioners have used and will continue to use the plant as an effective natural remedy for upper respiratory problems and viruses, for menstrual problems, and as a natural pain reliever and antispasmodic remedy when needed. In Ayurvedic herbal medicine systems in India a leaf tea is widely used for diabetes. Vassourinha is an erect annual herb in the foxglove family that grows up to 1/2 m high. It produces serrated leaves and many small, white flowers. It is widely distributed in many tropical countries in the world and is found in abundance in South America and the Amazon rainforest. Cautions: Use with caution in combination with barbiturates and antidepressants. It has hypoglycemic effects. www.amazonhealing.net Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
apothecary Posted September 17, 2006 Keep me posted E, I would also like one. I realised yesterday that over half my garden (not incl cacti) are actually Ayurvedic plants! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
