Fritillaria
LATIN NAME: Fritillaria thunbergii It is also known as Thunberg bulb. GENERAL DESCRIPTION AND INFORMATION: This plant is an Oriential Lily that flowers from March to May. It is gathered after the aerial parts of the plant has withered which is in the early summer and it is the thick slices of the rhizome that are used medicinally. The flowers of the plant have both male and female organs (hermaphrodite) and are pollinated by insects. Research has found that this herb acts similarly to the drug dexamethasone (Cortastat, Decadron, and Dexasone), which is used to treat nasal allergy and inflammation, and lupus. A Fritillaria and Pinellia syrup, known as the medicine qing chi hua tan tang, is the most widely used form. It is nontoxic and when used as directed is very safe. This syrup is a potent cough suppressant that is also an anti-inflammatory. POTENTIAL BENEFITS: * a potent cough suppressant that also offers steroid like relief of inflammation. * helps to bring up mucus in those with bronchial infections or pneumonia. * treats swollen glands, nodular swellings, and abscesses in the lungs or breast. TARGET AILMENTS: Take internally for: * cough * influenza * laryngitis * bronchitis * pneumonia * lupus * swelling of the throat, neck, and chest * thyroid gland nodules * scrofula * abscesses and sores * breast and lung abscesses * carbuncles * goiter * boils * breast cancer PREPARATIONS: It is available in bulbs and in other various forms. It can be used as a decoction. Parts used: Bulb, leaves Collection: The bulbs are harvested while they are dormant, in the winter, and dried for later use. Constituents: Fritimine Actions: Antitussive, astringent, expectorant, galactogogue, purgative, antidote, febrifuge SAFETY AND SIDE EFFECTS: * Should only be used under the supervision of a qualified practioner. * Excessive doses can cause breathing difficulties and heart failure. * Anyone with high blood pressure should not use this herb. * Should not be used during pregnancy because it can stimulate uterine contractions.
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