medicinal herbs
Philadelphia Fleabane
Erigeron philadelphicus
Herb: Philadelphia Fleabane
Latin name: Erigeron philadelphicus
Family: Compositae
Medicinal use of Philadelphia Fleabane:
A tea made from the plant is astringent, diaphoretic, diuretic and emmenagogue. It is used in the treatment of chronic diarrhoea, gout, gravel, epilepsy and menstrual problems. A poultice of the plant is used to treat headaches and is also applied to sores. It should not be taken by pregnant women since it can induce a miscarriage. A snuff made from the powdered florets is used to make a person with catarrh sneeze.Description of the plant:
Plant:
Biennial/PerennialHeight:
70 cm(2 feet)
Flowering:
July toAugust
Habitat of the herb:
Thickets. Fields and woods. Low prairies and streambanks, often on calcareous clays.Propagation of Philadelphia Fleabane:
Seed - sow spring in situ. The seed usually germinates within four weeks.Cultivation of the herb:
Thickets. Fields and woods. Low prairies and streambanks, often on calcareous clays.Known hazards of Erigeron philadelphicus:
Contact with the plant can cause dermatitis in sensitive people.Plant information taken from the Plants For A Future.