Artichoke Leaf

Scientific Name: Cynara cardunculus var. scolymus

Botanical Family: Asteraceae

Plant Type: Herb (perennial)

Geographical Origin: Mediterranean

Species/Variety: Cynara cardunculus var. scolymus


Description

Large basal rosette; edible immature flower heads.

Therapeutic Properties

Bitter digestive; Hepatobiliary support

Temperament

Cool

How to Use

Tea; Extract

Dosage

Standardized extract per label

Precautions

Bile duct obstruction caution

Replacement / Alternatives

Dandelion root; Gentian

References

VASCAN; Native American Ethnobotany

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