Salvia dominica

Salvia dominica L.

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Lamiaceae (Labiatae)

  • Salvia graveolens Vahl.
  • Dominica Sage
  • marva reikhanit
  • מַרְוָה רֵיחָנִית
  • khowwekha خويخة
  • maru مرو
  • na'imeh ناعمه

Hemicryptophytes

  • Mediterranean maquis and forest
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Medicinal Complaints / Uses

Salvia dominica L.

System/State Traditional
Complaint/Use
Activity / Interpretation
Traditional
Preparation/
Administration
Parts Used
Source
Gastrointestinal

Carminative for stomach & intestinal inflammation/pain/ cramps

Anti-spasmodic. Anti-inflammatory, Carminative, Demulcent

Decoct plant in water & drink.

Aerial parts Z
Gastrointestinal

Laxative (gentle)

Laxative

Decoct plant in water & drink.

Aerial parts Z

Notes

Cautions

Salvia genus has species which can be toxic due to thujone & camphor in essential oil if used in excess or taken for extended periods. Can interfere with drugs for epilepsy, hypoglcaemia & sedatives. Symptoms include restlessness, vomiting, vertigo, tremors, seizures, hot flushes, dizziness, tachycardia. Contraindicated in pregnancy, epilepsy.

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