Periwinkle ( Catharanthus roseus)
Other Names::
A flowering plant native to Madagascar, valued for its alkaloids which exhibit various pharmacological activities.
Toxic: Periwinkle contains vincristine and vinblastine, which can be toxic if ingested in large quantities.
Energetics::
Relaxing
Relax muscle cramps and spasms, relieving excess tension in the tisues. promotes easier flow and movement and can help increse deficient secretion.
Drying
Remove excess fluid from tissue, causing it to become more firm and dense, relieve conditions of dampness and sweling.
Warming
Stimlate or speed up metabolism; increase energy production and warmth; bring blow flow and vitality to tissues that are pale and cool
Properties::
Astringent
Constriction / knitting together of body tissues - good to reduce chronic inflammation of the bowels.
Hypotensive
Low blood pressure
Sedative
Exerts soothing, tranquilizing effect
Styptic
Stops bleeding
Antimicrobial
Stimulates positive cellular forces (white blood cells). destroys germs
Antineoplastic
Antidiabetic
Stabilise and control blood glucose levels
Ailments::
No Ailments set
Parts::
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Associated with ::
Circulatory
Nervous