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Seseli libanotis

Seseli libanotis
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.
Enhanced precautions for this plant: Plant from the Apiaceae family with limited modern toxicological study: use should remain prudent and occasional. Not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women due to its traditional use related to female cycles. Avoid in children and in case of ongoing medication without advice from a healthcare professional. Do not confuse with other wild umbellifers, some of which are toxic, when harvesting in the wild.
Decoction — Root

Dried root decoction

The dried and cut root is gently boiled in water for a few minutes, then left to infuse off the heat before being strained. This traditional preparation requires the advice of a qualified professional before any use, as the plant is poorly documented. Dosage must be validated with a healthcare professional or recognized pharmacopoeia before use.

Tincture — Root

Root tincture

The fresh or dried root is macerated in alcohol for several weeks away from light, then strained. This concentrated form, formerly used by drops, absolutely requires the guidance of an experienced practitioner. Dosage must be validated with a healthcare professional or recognized pharmacopoeia before use.

Where to find it

Sourcing the plant

Seseli libanotis is still found in the wild on certain limestone hillsides and dry grasslands of Europe, but it remains rare in commercial herbalism; its root can occasionally be found at herbalists specializing in rare plants.

Harvest season

When to harvest it

The root is traditionally harvested in autumn, after flowering, when the plant has concentrated its active compounds in its underground parts.

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