What is Cyperus rotundus?
Cyperus rotundus is a permanent, grass herb in Cyperaceae or Sedge, family. It is originally from Africa, South Asia and South and Central Europe to the north as France. In China, Cyperus rotundus is rated eighth among the 250 best plants used to treat infertility. Ayurvedic and traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) used a rhizome of herbs for thousands of years as a diuretic, gripping and galactagoga without meeting any well -known adverse side effects. Research on the efficacy of this herb has shown that it contains chemicals and essential oils that can effectively treat certain diseases. India itself has at least 10 different common names for this herb, including MOTH, Bimbal, Mustako and Korai. Other cultures relate to Cyperus rotundus such as Tirica, walnut, tagernut, Hsiang fu tzu, woeta, kokopmatic Seded.
Alternative medicine will use Cyperus rotundus internally and externally to treat nausea and digestive system, high blood pressure, premenstruačSyndrome and convulsions. It is also used to reduce fever, inflammation, pain and palpitations. Clinical studies have shown that essential oils in plant tubers have antibiotic properties that can stop the growth of bacteria known as micrococcus pyrogenes . In addition, early studies on oil Cyperus rotundus have indicated that this plant can be able to treat Staphylococcus aureus .
The herb is available in tincture, tea, capsule, essential oil, powder and tablet form. Cyperus rotundus is also sold as a homeopathic medicine. This herb is sometimes mixed with other, free herbs, for example in samples for women's health, where it is mixed with Dong Quai and Vitex. The powder can be used dry or mixed to the paste by adding small water; It is only an external application, for example for the forehead to alleviate headaches. The food dose for this herb is based on massThe individual, the state he wants to treat, and on the form in which the herb is consumed.
The side effects are unusual but occur. Constipation or excessive gas can result in Cyperus rotundus is used for a long time. Children should not take this herb because safety must still be intended for them. Pregnant women should use this herb due to mild estrogenic properties. This may want to use this herb with caution with liver or kidney disease; Its safety was not documented for these chronic disorders. Someone who is considering using this herb may want to consult a doctor first.