Plant Profile: Osha

Osha

(Ligusticum porteri)

Family: APIACEAE / UMBELLIFERAE

Energetics: Warming.

Taste: Spicy. 

Tissue States: 

Systems Affected: Nervous System. Adrenal Glands. Digestive system. Respiratory. 

Parts Used: Root.

Key Components: Bitters. Glycosides. Volatile oils. Resins. Silicon. 

Preparations & dosage: Tincture: Because of the high resin content, should be tinctured in 87% alcohol. 

Actions: 

Foundational: Bitter. Stimulating.
Primary: Carminative. Expectorant. 
Secondary: Anti-inflammatory. 

Uses: 

Stimulates the adrenal glands. Tones the glucocorticoid (cortisone building) side of the adrenal cortex 

Lingering coughs. Tickle in the throat. 

Stimulates digestion. 

Relieves symptoms of milk intolerance/allergy. Think the excessive mucous production, congestion in the lymphatics of the digestive system and sinus congestion. 

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Contraindications: Potential abortifacient. Avoid in pregnancy. 

Sources: 

The Earthwise Herbal: Volume 2: Matthew Wood. Pg 222-224

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