Elecampane
Scientific name
: Inula helenium
Other names:
Deutsch: Alant (Echter)
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Eesti: Aedvaak
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Suomi: Isohirvenjuuri
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Français: Grande aunée
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Lietuviškai: Didysis debesylas
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Latviešu: Helēniju ālante
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Português: Helénio
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Русский: Девясил высокий
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Svenska: Ålandsrot
Short Description
The rhizome of Elecampane contains an essential oil with a mixture of bitter substances. The anti-irritant, mucolytic, expectorant is used for colds, whooping cough, and asthma, often blended with anise, thyme, and cowslip. As a home remedy, an infusion is ...
Author: Bruno P. Kremer
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