Pelargonium sidoides
Pelargonium sidoides
Pelargonium sidoides (pronunciation: pe-lar-GO-nee-um si-DOY-deez), also known as South African geranium, is a medicinal plant native to South Africa.
Etymology
The name "Pelargonium" comes from the Greek word "pelargos" (πελαργός), which means "stork". This is due to the shape of the fruit, which resembles a stork's beak. The species name "sidoides" refers to its resemblance to plants in the genus Sida.
Description
Pelargonium sidoides is a perennial herb with a rosette of cordate leaves and dark, purplish-black flowers. The plant is known for its antimicrobial and immunomodulatory properties and is commonly used in traditional medicine.
Medical Uses
Pelargonium sidoides is used in the treatment of acute bronchitis, tonsillopharyngitis, and other respiratory tract infections. The plant's roots are typically used to create a tincture or extract, which is then used in various over-the-counter remedies.
Related Terms
- Perennial: A type of plant that lives for more than two years.
- Herb: A plant used for flavoring, food, medicine, or perfume.
- Antimicrobial: An agent that kills microorganisms or stops their growth.
- Immunomodulatory: Modifying the immune response or the functioning of the immune system.
- Tincture: A medicine made by dissolving a drug in alcohol.
- Extract: A substance made by extracting a part of a raw material, often by using a solvent such as ethanol or water.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Pelargonium sidoides
- Wikipedia's article - Pelargonium sidoides
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