Heterotheca inuloides Salve
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Heterotheca inuloides
Mexican arnica
Asteraceae
Parts Used
Flowers, leaves, stems
Parts Used
Mexico
Parts Used
Creams/salves
Primary Constituents
cadinane sesquiterpenes
flavonoids
phytosterols
triterpenes
benzoic acid derivatives
Therapeutic Actions
antioxidant | antitumor | anti-inflammatory | cytotoxic |
insecticidal | phytotoxic |
Common Uses
Sore muscles
Rheumatism
Inflammatory responses
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Contraindications & Safety
For external use only
Other safety has not been evaluated clearly
Lavandula angustifolia or Lavandula officinalis
Lavender, True Lavender, European Lavender, Garden Lavender, common lavender
Lamiaceae (formerly Labiatae)
Parts Used
Stalks & Flowers
Parts Used
Southern French Alps
Parts Used
Essential Oil
Primary Constituents
Esters
Linalyl acetate
Monoterpenes
Beta-ocimene
Monoterpenol
Linalool
Each type of lavender has varying constituents and are highly dependent on where it's grown. True lavender essential oil is ONLY grown in the French Alps between 2,296 and 3,609 feet above sea level. Farmed lavender in the US and other countries does effect the constituents and their levels.
Therapeutic Actions
analgesic | antibacterial | antidepressant | antimicrobial |
antiseptic | antispasmodic | aromatic | bactericidal |
carminative | cholagogue | diuretic | emmenagogue |
hypotensive | insecticide | nervine | neuroprotective |
sedative | stimulant | stomachic | vulnerary |
Common Uses
Cold & flu symptoms
Burns
Infections
Emotional support (depression & anxiety)
Alzheimer's disease
Tootheaches/teething
Pain management
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Contraindications & Safety
May cause skin sensitivity and rashes, especially if oxidized
Skin patch test is recommended
Endocrine disruptor in children
Salix Alba
Willow bark
Salicaceae
Parts Used
Bark
Parts Used
Europe, North Africa, Western/Central Asia
Parts Used
Tincture, decoction, extract, salve
Primary Constituents
Phenolic glycosides
Salicin
Salicylic acid
Lower amounts of tannins, catechin, p-coumaric acid & flavonoids
Therapeutic Actions
analgesic | anti-inflammatory | tonic |
Common Uses
Fevers
Gout
Sore muscles
Rheumatism
Note: Willow bark is considered the natural version of aspirin; therefore it may have several of the same applications, but it is much slower to work.
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Contraindications & Safety
Theoretical concerns regarding antiplatelet effects and interaction with salicylate-containing drugs but research has shown little to no effect.
No information regarding pregnancy or lactation
For educational purposes only. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease.