Dianthus

Other Names : Dianthus chinensis , Dianthus caryophyllatus, Qu Mei
Dianthus is a type of annual flowering plant that belongs to the Carnation family. There are two main types of dianthus: dianthus superbus and dianthus chinensis. For the purposes of herbal medicine, dianthus chinensis will be discussed in this article. The stems are used in herbal remedies.
See also : Carnation

Special Precautions of Dianthus

Large doses of dianthus can cause long-term contractions of the uterus. Because dianthus can stimulate contraction of the uterus, it should not be taken by women who are pregnant or have recently given birth. As of this writing, there are no known drug interactions with dianthus. As always, however, make sure to consult with a licensed health care provider before taking dianthus or any other herbal remedy or dietary supplement.

Benefits and uses of Dianthus are

• It promotes urination, drains damp heat from the bladder, and dispels blood stasis.
• Dianthus has been used in Asia, Africa, and South America where its was included in herbal remedies for the relief of rheumatism and arthritis related health disorders.
• Dianthus has a history of being used in China for its anti-bacteria properties to promote the health of both the digestive and gastrointestinal systems of the human body.
• Research has shown that dianthus chinensis can act as a short-term diuretic.
• Extracts of dianthus can stimulate uterine contractions, and the effect is dose-dependent; that is, the more dianthus a person receives, the longer and more intense the uterine contractions will be.
• In traditional Chinese medicine, dianthus is considered bitter and cold, and is associated with the Bladder, Heart and Small Intestine meridians.