Tarragon (Bertram, dragon herb) as a medicinal plant
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General information about tarragon
The tarragon belongs to the daisy family and is mainly known as a kitchen spice. It is related to mugwort and wormwood. The tarragon, which can grow to a height of between 0.60m and 1.50m, is one of the perennial, herbaceous plants. The slightly hairy, elongated, narrow leaves have entire margins and are slightly serrate. Sometimes it blooms with small, yellow flowers that are in panicles.
Proven at:
- digestive problems
- loss of appetite
- menstrual cramps
- cough, cold, fever
- spring fatigue
- toothache
- joint pain
- restlessness, trouble sleeping
application
Tarragon can be used both internally and externally. Used internally, in the form of a tea, tarragon helps against indigestion, promotes the activity of the kidneys and stimulates the metabolism. For external use, you can make envelopes from the tarragon leaves and put them on. The poultices help against toothache or rheumatic joint pain.
Important
The use of naturopathic medication requires an exact dosage and should be discussed with your doctor.
Effect
Since tarragon contains essential oil, tannins and bitter substances and has a high potassium content, it has a digestive and bile flow-promoting effect as well as a diuretic effect. The advantage here is that this flushes out water accumulations in the body and thus acts against rheumatic diseases and gout. But the metabolism is also stimulated by the application. Tarragon also has a high vitamin C content and can therefore be used in the event of a vitamin C deficiency. It also helps against restlessness and sleeping problems in your child with its calming effect.