Erigeron
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Other Names : Erigeron canadensis, Conyza canadensis, Canadian Fleabane, horseweed, Canadian horseweed, Canadian fleabane, coltstail, marestail, and butterweed, Fleawort, Prideweed, Flea Bane, Mare’s Tail, Canadese fijnstraal, Kanadisches Berufkraut, Katzenschweif, Weiße Dürrwurz, Vergerette du Canada, Vergerolle du Canada, Érigéron du Canada, erígero del Canadá, hierba carnicera
Special Precautions of Erigeron
- Avoid during pregnancy.
- Possible skin sensitization if oxidized. Store refrigerated to extend shelf life; check at 14 months and frequently thereafter for signs of oxidation. Not recommended for use if oxidized.
Health benefits and Uses of Erigeron
Aromatherapy use: anti-aging, anti-cholera, anti-inflammatory, astringent, digestive tonic, diuretic, dysentery, edema, gastritis, hemorrhoids, insecticidal, menorrhagia, muscular pain, joint pain, rosacea, uplift mood.
- Erigeron is an astringent that tightens the skin and can be used in skin creams and lotions to help reverse signs of aging.
- It also may be beneficial for rosacea and reduction of capillary vessels on the face.
- ability to stimulate the pancreas and liver
- Explored for phytohoromone properties, particularly in both late-onset (retarded) and early puberty.
- It is a mood enhancer and promoter of hGH.
- Researchers are investigating its use in treating perimenopausal symptoms and report some positive results".
- research in veterinary medicine as a treatment for high blood pressure, as an anti-inflammatory for pain relief, ability to lower body temperature and reduce fevers, and used in insecticidal and flea preparations.
- Erigeron is used traditionally by Native Americans in sweat lodges, shamanic journeying, and for purifying and clearing space. When White Sage is seasonally unavailable Erigeron can be substituted.
- Erigeron essential oil is known to have good insect repellent properties but is not very cost effective considering other less costly essential oils with repellent qualities such as Citronella.
