In traditional naturopathy, the water daffodil (Eupatorium cannabinum), also known as Kunigundenkraut, has been used as a remedy for centuries. Nevertheless, it is not undisputed nowadays due to new knowledge about the ingredients in its application.
The water daffodil is used as a medicinal plant, although it is slightly poisonous
The use of water in natural medicine
Due to the characteristic shape of its leaves, the water daffodil is often also referred to as water hemp, which has also found its way into the Latin name of this plant species. However, there is actually no botanical relationship to the cannabis herb. The large number of trivial names for water hemp shows the importance of the plant in natural medicine. Possible effects of water drop teas and tinctures made from them include:
- Strengthening of the immune system
- sweating effect
- Alleviation of febrile conditions
- Soothe swollen feet
- Relief of inflammation of the ovaries
However, if you are unsure about the respective dosage, it is better to use the appropriate preparations from the pharmacy.
On the toxicity of water hazel
Recent research has shown that the pyrrolizidine alkaloids contained in the water can have a toxic and liver-damaging effect. Therefore, a permanent and high-dose application is strongly discouraged. You should also wear gloves during all care measures to avoid skin irritation.
tips and tricks
Even if it is not used as a medicinal plant, the water daisy, which blooms enduringly in summer and thrives with little care, can be a grateful flowering plant in a sufficiently moist location with an almost magnetic effect on many species of butterflies.