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Blephilia ciliata
Blephilia ciliata
Read before use: the information below describes traditional and informational uses — it does not replace the advice of a healthcare professional. In case of doubt, pregnancy, breastfeeding, ongoing treatment, or use in children, seek advice before use.
Traditional use poorly documented by modern research: should be considered with the caution reserved for poorly studied plants. Avoid during pregnancy or breastfeeding as a precaution, due to insufficient data. Do not exceed occasional and moderate consumption in the absence of solid scientific evidence. Seek advice from a healthcare professional before any prolonged use, especially in children.
Infusion — Leaves and flowering tops
Infusion of fresh or dried leaves
Pour simmering water over crushed leaves and steep covered for about ten minutes. Strain before consuming, possibly sweetened with a little honey. Dosage should be validated with a healthcare professional or recognized pharmacopoeia before use.
Inhalation — Fresh leaves
Aromatic inhalation
Immerse a handful of crushed leaves in a bowl of hot water and breathe the vapors, head covered with a towel, for a few minutes. Dosage should be validated with a healthcare professional or recognized pharmacopoeia before use.
Where to find it
Obtaining the plant
It grows wild in dry prairies and woodland edges in eastern North America; in Europe, it remains rare and is mainly found through seed suppliers specializing in American native perennials.
Harvest season
When to harvest
Flowering tops and leaves are best harvested in late spring and summer, during full bloom, in dry weather.
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