What is Pennyroyal?
Pennyroyal is a common name for two different plants, American hedeoma pulegioides and European mentha pulegium . Both plants are in the family lamiaceae or mint, which includes a wide range of plants that are useful medicinal and for cooking. Pennyroyal, however, contains a toxin called Pulegone, which is extremely dangerous for the liver and kidneys. Despite the folklore surrounding the potential medical application of Pennyroyal, it is not safe to enjoy, especially in the form of essential oil. European Pennyroyal has a more end growth habit, while American pennyyroyal tends to grow upright. Both plants have a strong and significant drain and can be used fresh, dried or pressed for essential oil, which is strong and very pungent. The plant is often used as a herbal border, especially in the blind gardens, how the fragrance helps them find the boundaries of flower beds. Pennyroyal is a highly effective repellent insect and is often included in commercial products intended to discourage insectsU. Sounes made of dried pennyroyal can be used on pets to naturally reduce fleas and pennyroyal extract can also be applied to collar for pets, bedding and generally use around the house. Panning odor of Pennyroyal will reflect from a number of insect community members.
Pennyroyal leaves can also be used to perform refreshing skin washing, although essential oil should not be used directly on the skin. People who are pregnant or have liver sensitivity should completely avoid the pennyroyal, because it can be very dangerous to them. Although some herbalists say that Pennyroyal is safe to drink for digestive complaints and menstrual problems, other herbs are much safer for this application.
In all cases, the doctor should be consulted before the acceptance of herbs. For digestive problems, other members of the Mint family are a very calming stomach such as mint mint andSpearmint. Black Cohosh, Yarrow, Fennel, Ginger and Sage can be considered regular and less painful cycles. Pregnant women should be particularly cautious that the herbs they take.
Popular legend also claims that Pennyroyal is an effective abortion. Unfortunately, women died of separate administration of Pennyroyal, especially essential oil. If you face unwanted pregnancy, seek professional help and advice.