Pennyroyal
Botanical name: (Mentha pulegium)
Also Known As: Squaw Mint, Mosquito Plant, and Pudding Grass
There are two similar plants that go by the name Pennyroyal, one native to Europe (called European Pennyroyal) and one native to North America (called American Pennyroyal). Both are members of the mint family and grow in temperate regions of Europe and the Americas.
Pennyroyal has pale purple flowers that grow in clusters and have small, bright green leaves that are unlike the leaves of other plants in the mint family. It grows about 16 inches in height.
Pennyroyal herb has been used since the time of the ancient Greeks as a useful insect repellent.
The oil (externally use only) has a strong minty smell and is useful for repelling fleas, flies, and mosquitoes. The Native Americans used it as a tea to reduce headaches.
Today, in herbal medicine, Pennyroyal herb is mainly used to aid in menstruation and to treat coughs, colds, gas, indigestion, and anxiety.
Pennyroyal is basically preferred to assist avoiding harmful toxins out from your body due to the fact that it induces sweating very fatly. The tea that is made using this herb is also very beneficial to regulate the digestive system and control gas pain. In case your stomach is upset it is best for avoiding queasiness. Few herbal healers probably prefer brewing this class of herb and combine together to make a tea that is excellent for several flues andsymptoms of cold. In past it was considered as excellent for women who are starting menopause. It is also considered as best herb to assist women regulate their menstrual flow effectively. This herb is considered as an excellent one in its class. The prime advantage of this herb is that it can be taken any time of the day with anything of your choice. The results of this herb are excellent and it is useful for the person of any age. It is widely preferred because it is a member of mint community.
Pennyroyal leaves are recommended be used for a refreshing skin cleaning, without a doubt the necessary oil must not be preferred directly on skin
Note: These statements have not been evaluated by the US Food and Drug Administration, and this product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. We at eSutras do not recommend internal use of supplements or herbs without prior consultation with your doctor or herbalist.
