Aquatic perennial plant with a height of 23 cm (9 in) has fringed petals, trefoil-shaped leaves, and spikes of pink and white blooms.
History & Folklore
Bogbean has a long history of usage as a folk treatment for rheumatism and arthritis, as well as for fluid retention, scabies, and fever. In addition, due to the herb's strong bitterness, it was once used as an adulterant or a replacement for hops (Humulus lupulus).
Habitat & Cultivation
Native to Europe, Asia, and America is the bogbean. It can be discovered in shallow freshwater. In the summer, the leaves are picked.
Uses
Digestive problems It may improve under active digestion.
Arthritis and Rheumatism use as an external application, such as a poultice.
Parts used
Leaves are gathered in the summer after it flowers.
Key Actions
Stimulates digestive secretions
Increases appetite
Constituents
Iridoid glycosides
Coumarins
Phenolic acids
Sterols
Triterpenoids
Tannin
Pyrrolizidine alkaloids
References
- Chevallier, Andrew, FNIMH; Encyclopedia of Herbal Medicine - 550 Herbs and Remedies for Common Ailments; 3. Edition 2016; ISBN: 978-0-2412-2944-6; Page 235.
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