Phragmites

Other Names : Rhizoma Phragmitis, Phragmites communis, Reed root, Lu Gen, Arundo phragmites, Arundo vulgaris, Carrizo, Common Reed, Ditch Reed, Giant Reed, Phragmite, Phragmites, Phragmites australis, Phragmites communis, Phragmites longivalvis, Phragmites vulgaris, Reed, Roseau, Roseau Commun, Roseau des Marais, Sagne, Schilf.
Reed herb is a plant. The stem and underground stem (rhizome) are used as medicine.
See also : Lu Gen

Special Precautions of Phragmites

Lithium interacts with Reed Herb : Reed herb might have an effect like a water pill or "diuretic." Taking reed herb might decrease how well the body gets rid of lithium. This could increase how much lithium is in the body and result in serious side effects. Talk with your healthcare provider before using this product if you are taking lithium. Your lithium dose might need to be changed.

Benefits and uses of Phragmites are

• People take reed herb tea for digestion problems, diabetes, leukemia, and breast cancer.
• Some people put reed herb directly on the skin to treat insect bites.