Description
Latin: Humilie lupulus
Family: Cannabaceae
Country of Origin: United States
Actions: Anaphrodisiac, anodyne, anthelmintic, anitbiotic, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antispasmodic, aperient, astringent, cholagogue, diuretic, febrifuge, galactagogue, hypnotic, lithotriptic, muscle relaxant, nervine, sedative, soporific, stomachic
Energetics: Drying, cooling, bitter, and pungent
Precautions: Avoid if pregnant or depressed. Use with pharmaceutical sedatives only under a qualified health-care professional’s care.
Disclaimer: The information contained in this description is purely for historical or entertainment value and is not designed to treat, diagnose or cure any diseases. If you have any current medical conditions, please seek the advice of a medical practitioner. The individual herbs offered here have not been tested for efficacy with regard to the contents of vitamins, minerals or other constituents.
References: Desktop Guide to Herbal Medicine
https://pfaf.org/user/plant.aspx?latinname=Humulus+lupulus