Lomatium

Other Names : Lomatium dissectum, Biscuit Root, Pungent Desert Parsley, Consumption plant
The name lomatium generally refers to Lomatium dissectum , one of the numerous species and varieties of the Lomatium genus that is native to western North America. Lomatium is a member of the Apiaceae family. In the wild, lomatium grows in rocky soil and reaches a height of 3 ft.

Special Precautions of Lomatium

• • Use of lomatium extracts or tinctures containing the resin can, in some people, cause a whole-body rash.
• A high dosage of the herb may result in nausea.
• This herb may also lead to nausea in some people. The safety of lomatium during pregnancy and breast-feeding is unknown and is therefore not recommended.

Benefits and uses of Lomatium are

• Lomatium is currently used as an antiviral remedy to treat colds, coughs, and infections. The herb is also known for boosting the immune system and reducing inflammation.
• Lomatium root has been used as an effective anti-viral and anti-bacterial remedy, it is especially useful in the treatment of respiratory and urinary infections.
• This herb was used by the North American Indians as their most powerful herbal antibiotic.
• It has shown effective against a wide variety of bacteria and fungi in lab tests.
• This herb also has the ability to make the blood more alkaline, which is beneficial for many people who have too acidic blood.
• It is used to overcome viral infections in flu, chronic fatigue, staph and strep infections.
• It could also be used for relief of respiratory and congestive conditions.