Maidenhair Fern
adiantum capillus-veneris l.
Medicinal Actions
Antipyretic, Astringent, Depurative, Diaphoretic, Diuretic, Emetic, Emmenagogue, Expectorant, Hypoglycemic, Laxative, Propecic, Stimulant, Tonic
Primary Conditions Treated
Demulcent
Emollient
Pectoral
Alopecia
Asthma
Bronchosis
Catarrh
Cephalosis
Childbirth
Chill
Cold
Constipation
Cough
Cystosis
Diabetes
Dropsy
Dysmenorrhea
Fever
Gravel
Gray Hair
Headache
Head Cold
Hepatosis
Hyperglycemia
Insanity
Jaundice
Nephrosis
Pain
Pertussis
Pleurisy
Pulmonosis
Respirosis
Rheumatism
Rhinosis
Sclerosis
Snakebite
Sting
Stone
Swelling
Water Retention
General Dosage
1 oz herb/pint boiling water, sweetened; 1.5 g herb/cup tea.
Safety & Contraindications
Not covered. “Hazards and/or side effects not known for proper therapeutic dosages”. Not for use during pregnancy.
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