{"product_id":"devils-club-root-wild-crafted-copy","title":"Pleurisy Root","description":"\u003ch4\u003eBulk Herbs: Pleurisy Root\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eAsclepias tuberosa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cu\u003eSize:\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 oz package\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eFormat:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlant Part:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Root\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eFarming:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e N\/A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlso known as: \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003echigger flower, silkweed, butterfly weed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e, \u003c\/strong\u003ebutterfly milkweed, orange milkweed, Canada root, wind root, or swallow wort\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e USA\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePleurisy, also known as chigger flower and silkweed, is a species of milkweed distributed throughout the woodlands of eastern North America. Because the plant's fragrant and colorful flower clusters serve as food for various species of butterfly larvae, the herb is commonly called butterfly weed. Early European settlers learned how to use the plant from the Menominee, Cheyenne, and other Native American tribes, who harvested not only the leaf but also the long, white, fleshy taproot. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePleurisy root is traditionally decocted to produce teas, infusions, and tonics, sometimes in combination with other herbs. Pleurisy root is also used to produce tinctures and extracts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eActive Compounds:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ecardenolide type (afroside, asclepin, asclepiadin, calactin, calotropin, gomphoside, syriogenin, syrioside, uscharidin, uscharin, and uzarigenin), \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eFlavonoids (kaempferol, quercetin, rutin, and isorhamnetin), \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAmino acids (choline), \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ePhenolic acids (caffeic \u0026amp; chlorogenic acid), \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eCarbohydrates (glucose, fructose, and sucrose), \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eTriterpenes (a-amyrin and bamyrin, lupeol, friedelin, viburnitol) and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eVolatile oils\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eActions\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eAntispasmodic, C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eardiotonic, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eCarminative, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eDiaphoretic, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eDiuretic, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eLaxative, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eExpectorant, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eNervine relaxant, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eVasodilator\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAs indicated by the name, pleurisy root is one of the best remedies for pleurisy. Pleurisy is the inflammation of the membranes surrounding the lungs (pleura) caused by viral or bacterial infection. The pleura rub against each other, causing sharp chest pain that is exacerbated by movement or coughing. Pleurisy root is, however, a valuable remedy for most ailments of the lungs as it will help expectoration of mucus, soothe inflammation and irritation, and act as a tonic for lung tissues. It is a useful herb for pleurisy, bronchitis, pneumonia, and influenza. The antispasmodic action is helpful in asthma, emphysema, and dry, spasmodic coughs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe diaphoretic action is particularly useful for reducing fever by promoting blood flow to the skin and facilitating heat loss through sweating. The antispasmodic and carminative actions apply to the digestive system, relieving colic, trapped wind, and flatulence, and soothing any irritation of the gut lining that causes indigestion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003ePrecautions:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not take while pregnant, long-term use is not recommended. It can cause dermatitis. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarge doses may cause nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eCannot be taken with cardiac glycosides or any heart-related medications. Possibly unsafe when taken internally as it contains \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eLanoxin, which can cause heart problems. It can also stimulate the uterus and act as estrogen in the body. It can interfere with diuretics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eHerbal Magick:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e It is a potent folk magick herb traditionally used for protection, healing, and fostering connection with nature spirits, particularly butterflies. Renowned in Appalachian and Native American folk medicine for treating lung issues, it is considered a \"living prayer\" plant that aids in deep healing and clearing, acting as a fiery, yet gentle, diaphoretic to break fevers and promote breathing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Food and Drug Administration has not evaluated this information. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease; it is for educational purposes only.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Raven Moon Emporium","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50774122201374,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0967\/7448\/8350\/files\/Pleurisyroot.jpg?v=1775848772","url":"https:\/\/shop.ravenmoonemporium.com\/products\/devils-club-root-wild-crafted-copy","provider":"Raven Moon Emporium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}