Euphrasia officinalis
Primary Characteristics
Primary Characteristics
Euphrasia officinalisbelongs to Scrophulariaceae, family.
The English Name for this herb is Eyebright.
Pharmacological Actions
The pharmacological Actions of Euphrasia officinalis are Anti-catarrhal, Anti-inflammatory, Astringent.
Indications
The Indications of Whole Herb of Euphrasia officinalis are Cough, Sore Throat, Conjunctivitis, Belpharitis, Irritated eyes, Styes, Swelling of Eye, Sinus Infection.
No Contra Indication information is available for Euphrasia officinalis.
Temperaments
No Temperament information is available for Euphrasia officinalis.
Available Brands
No Brand information is available for Euphrasia officinalis.
Compound Preparations
No Compound Preparation information is available for Euphrasia officinalis.
Dosage
| Part | Dose | Instruction |
| Whole herb (dried) | 1.000Tbs. | With 0.5 liter of water and boiled for ten minutes. |
Herb's Description
Euphrasia officinalis. It is an elegant little plant, 2 to 8 inches high, an annual, common in temperate climates. The flowers, white, or lilac and purpleveined, are in terminal spikes, with leafy bracts interspersed. The structure of the flower places the plant in the family of the Foxglove and the Speedwell - Scrophulariaceae. The corolla is two-lipped, its lower, tube-like portion being enclosed in a green calyx, tipped with four teeth. The seeds in all kinds of the flowers are produced in tiny, flattened capsules, and are numerous and ribbed.
Taste Odor & Occurrence
Occurence: It occurs in Asia, Europe, United Kingdom.. Habitat: Alpine pastures and other grassy places. Naturalised locally in parts of the US
Taste: Slightly sour, bitter
Substitutes
No information regarding Euphrasia officinalis's substitute is currently available.
Active Constituents
Euphrasia officinalis's Active constituents:
Antidotes
No information regarding Euphrasia officinalis's antidot is currently available.
Warning & Precautions
May cause conjunctivitis (Internally & Externally).
Toxicity
Euphrasia officinalis:
Relatively safe for long term use