Lungwort

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Lungwort

Other Names: Dage of Jerusalem, Herbe aux Poumons, Lungenkraut, Longkruid, Pulmonaire, Pulmonaire Officinale, Pulmonaria, Pulmonaria officinalis, Pulmonariae Herba.
Lungwort is a plant. The parts that grow above the ground are used to make medicine. Be careful not to confuse lungwort with lungmoss.

Special Precautions of Lungwort

Benefits and uses of Lungwort are

Lungwort is indicated for respiratory tract infections with pain and stiffness in the chest, neck and shoulders. It is specific for acute and sub-acute inflammatory conditions with bronchial irritation accompanied by a dry hacking cough. It is beneficial for bronchitis, croup, pertussis and chronic asthma. Demulcent properties.

  • Respiratory Diseases and Breathing conditions : As early as the 1600s, lungwort has been used to promote lung and respiratory health and clear congestion. Pulmonaria selections come in all kinds so seek an herbologist for direction. Lungwort also contains compounds that are powerfully effective against harmful organisms that affect respiratory health.
  • Stomach and intestinal conditions.
  • Kidney and urinary tract conditions.
  • Fluid retention.
  • Tuberculosis.
  • Wounds, when applied to the skin.