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Herb Information

Name: Pasque Flower

Biological Name: Anemone pulsatilla

Ranunculaceae

Other Names: Pasque Flower, Pulsatilla, Wind Flower, Meadow Anemone

Parts Used: Aerial parts

Active Compounds:

	Lactones; protoanemonin, which dimerizes on drying to anemonin, ranunculin
	Triterpenoid saponins
	Miscellaneous; anemone camphor, tannins, volatile oil.

Remedies For:

Nervine, anti-spasmodic, antibacterial.

Pasque Flower is an excellent relaxing nervine for use in problems relating nervous tension and spasm in the reproductive system. It may be used with safety in the relief of painful periods (dysmenorrhoea), ovarian pain and painful conditions of the testes. Used to reduce tension reactions and headaches associated with them. Also will help in the treatment of insomnia and general over-activity. The antibacterial actions give this herb a role in treating infections that affect the skin, especially boils. It is similarly useful in the treatment of respiratory infections and asthma. The oil or tincture will ease earache.

Combinations : For painful periods it will combine well with Cramp Bark. For skin conditions it combines with Echinacea.

CAUTION: Do not use the fresh plant!

Description:

Pasque flower is a native of Europe and parts of Russia. It is cultivated elsewhere.

Dosage:

Infusion: a cup of boiling water onto l/2-1 teaspoonful of the dried herb and leave to infuse for 10-15 minutes. This should be drunk three times a day or when needed.

Tincture: l-2 ml 3 times a day.

Safety:

CAUTION: Do not use the fresh plant!

No other information available. Some herbs are known to react with your medication. Please consult your physician before starting on any herb.