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Information about the herb Blessed Thistle
Cnicus benedictus, also known as Spotted Thistle is part of the Compositae plant family.The plant grows wild in southern Europe, western Asia and North America.
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Botanical Name: Cnicus benedictus, Carbenia benedicta
Common Name: St. Benedict Thistle, Holy Thistle, Spotted Thistle, Cardin, Carduus Benedictus
Plant Family: Compositae
History: Blessed Thistle is said to have obtained its name from its wonderful reputation as an heal all, being supposed to even cure the plague
Plant Constituents of Blessed Thistle
Contains:
- Cnicin, a bitter crystalline neutral body
- volatile oil
'It is a herb of Mars and under the Sign Aries', Nicolas Culpepper [1652]Medicinal Parts Used: The whole herb Blessed Thistle is commonly used for: Brain and Nervous System Conditions
- dizzinesshysteriamelancholiamigraine headachenervous prostrationstrengthens the brain and the memory
- vertigo
Cardiovascular Conditions
- purification and circulation of blood
Female Conditions
- promotes milk supply to nursing mothers
Gastrointestinal Conditions
- constipationdigestive problems
- flatulence
As a cold infusion it is used for:
- a tonicincreasing appetite
- weak and debilitated conditions of the stomach
Liver Conditions
- liver and gallbladder ailments
Parasitic Conditions
- worms
As a warm infusion it is one of the best diaphoretics known for:
- intermittent fever
Externally used for:
- chill blainssores
- wounds
Other
- general disease preventativechronic headache
- earache
Other Uses:The herb may be eaten on bread and butter, like Watercress.Action:
- diaphoretic [an agent that promotes perspiration]diuretic [an agent that increases the secretion and expulsion of urine]emetic [an agent that causes vomiting]emmenagogue [an agent that promotes menstrual flow]galactagogue [an agent that encourages or increases the flow of milk]stimulant [an agent that excites or quickens the activity of physiological processes]
- tonic [an agent that strengthens or invigorates organs or the entire organism]
PrecautionsDrug Interactions:Do not use Blessed Thistle without first talking to your practitioner or healthcare provider if your taking any of the following medications:
- None Known
Products Global Herbal Supplies has Blessed Thistle available in the following forms:
Information given by our website is provided for informational purposes and is not meant to substitute for the advice provided by a physician or other medical professionals. You should not use the information given for diagnosing a health problem or disease. If you have or suspect that you have a medical problem, promptly contact your health care provider. The above information is just a guide to general circumstances and in no way should it contradict the advice that you have been given by your naturopath, medical doctor or specialist
