Western Herbalism
Wild Bergamot
Monarda fistulosa
Also known as Beebalm.
Native American traditional uses include teas for colds, poultices for headaches, inhalation for respiratory issues Modern studies confirm anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects
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Indications what the tradition reached for it in
- Flatulent colic
- Catarrh
- Gingivitis
- Skin infection
- Bronchitis
- Toothache
- Nausea
- Pustules
- Headache
- Cough
- Gas
- Colds
- Skin eruptions
- Abdominal pain
- Stomach pain
- Acne
- Flu
- Wounds
- Fever
- Oral infections
- Vomiting
- Sore throat
- Bloating
- Indigestion
- Abdominal distension
- Amenorrhea
- Colic
- Cramps
- Digestive discomfort
- Flatulence
Safety
Pregnancy: Pregnancy Caution
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Dosing as the sources wrote it
| Preparation | As written | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Tea | Tea (infusion): 1 tbsp crushed leaves or 3-4 flowers/cup, steep 5-10 min, 1-4 oz 3x/day | |
| Tincture: 30-60 drops/day as needed | 0.6-1.2 mL |
Doses are reproduced from the sources for practitioners and are not a recommendation for any person.
From the sources
Clinical Notes. Native American traditional uses include teas for colds, poultices for headaches, inhalation for respiratory issues Modern studies confirm anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects
primary-actions. Wild Bergamot acts primarily as: Diaphoretic, Carminative, Antiseptic, Antispasmodic. Secondary actions include Anti-inflammatory, Analgesic, Expectorant, Emmenagogue.
indications. Wild Bergamot is traditionally indicated for: Flatulent colic, Catarrh, Gingivitis, Skin infection, Bronchitis, Toothache, Nausea, Pustules, Headache, Cough, Gas, Colds, Skin eruptions, Abdominal pain, Stomach pain, and 25 further conditions.
dose-reference. Reference preparation/dosing for Wild Bergamot: Tea (infusion): 1 tbsp crushed leaves or 3-4 flowers/cup, steep 5-10 min, 1-4 oz 3x/day; Tincture: 30-60 drops/day as needed; Steam inhalation/gargle; Poultice (warm leaves); Decoction for baths [USDA Plant Guide
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