Rhodiola
Rhodiola
Rhodiola (pronunciation: roh-dee-OH-luh) is a genus of perennial plants in the family Crassulaceae. The genus contains about 90 species, and is native to the arctic regions of Europe, Asia, and North America. Some species are commonly called golden root, rose root, roseroot, western roseroot, Aaron's rod, Arctic root, king's crown, and orpin rose.
Etymology
The name Rhodiola is derived from the Greek words "rhodon", which means rose, and "eidos", which means form or shape. This is in reference to the rose-like smell of the roots of many species in this genus.
Description
Rhodiola plants are hardy perennials that grow in high-altitude and other cold regions of the world. They have a thick rootstock that smells like rose when cut, hence the common names rose root and roseroot. The plants produce yellow to red, bell-shaped flowers and succulent leaves.
Uses
Rhodiola is used in traditional medicine in Eastern Europe and Asia, with a reputation for stimulating the nervous system, decreasing depression, enhancing work performance, eliminating fatigue, and preventing high altitude sickness. Rhodiola rosea, in particular, has been extensively studied for its medicinal properties.
Related Terms
- Crassulaceae: The family of plants to which Rhodiola belongs.
- Perennial plant: A type of plant that lives for more than two years.
- Traditional medicine: Systems of medicine developed before the era of modern medicine, based on cultural beliefs and practices handed down from generation to generation.
- Rhodiola rosea: A species of Rhodiola that is commonly used in traditional medicine.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Rhodiola
- Wikipedia's article - Rhodiola
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