Energy and Flavors- cold, spicy
Parts Used- flowers and leaves
Parts of Body- brain, gallbladder, liver, pancreas, stomach, spleen
Conditions- Alzheimer's disease, arthritis, asthma, low blood pressure, bronchitis, bruises, cancer, cardiovascular system issues, cirrhosis, colds, cough, eczema, hair loss, halitosis, headaches, indigestion, inflammation, joint damage and pain, mental nervous exhaustion, neuralgia, neuropathy, premature baldness, poor circulation, rheumatic pains, sores, sore throat, stress, thinning hair, wounds
Curative Properties- analgesic, anodyne, antacid, antibacterial, anticancer, anticatarrhal, antidepressant, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antineoplastic, antioxidant, antipyretic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, antitussive, antiviral, aromatic, astringent, brain tonic improving memory and concentration, cardiac tonic, carminative, cholagogue, choleretic, circulatory stimulant, decongestant, diaphoretic, digestive remedy, disinfectant, diuretic, emmenagogue, febrifuge, hepatoprotective, insecticide, liver cleanser, nervine, promotes liver function, raises blood pressure to improve circulation, restorative tonic for nervous system, rubefacient, stimulant, stomachic, tonic
Biochemical Properties- tannic acid, carnosol, carnosic acid, ursolic acid, rosmarinic acid, caffeic acid, calcium, magnesium, potassium, phosphorus, iron
Cautions- overdose and fatal poisoning in high dose, essential oils not for children under 6, interactions with blood thinners, ACE, diuretics and lithium
