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#31 Inktober 2024

Schwarze Tollkirsche or Belladonna, Atropa belladonna;

Anyone who eats the berries of the plant can suffer from severe symptoms such as shortness of breath and palpitations within a few minutes. In high doses, they trigger hallucinations and fits of raving madness. Their consumption can therefore be fatal. However, homeopaths still value the antispasmodic and antipyretic effect of the ingredients.

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#30 Inktober 2024

Spitzwegerich or Ribwood; Plantago lanceolata;

It helps to loosen mucus in the case of colds or against inflammation and gastrointestinal complaints. The silicic acid it contains strengthens nails and hair. Ribwort plantain can also be rubbed onto an insect bite to relieve itching.

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#29 Inktober 2024

Wermut or Wermutkraut (Wormwood) Artemisia absinthium; is generally used to treat dyspeptic and gastrointestinal complaints. Wormwood improves fat and protein digestion and alleviates symptoms of digestive complaints such as bloating and flatulence.

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#28 Inktober 2024

Melisse; melissa This medicinal plant is used wherever rhythmic processes are disturbed, for example for heart complaints, gastrointestinal complaints, menstrual problems, sleep disorders and restlessness. It has an antispasmodic, calming, antibacterial and antiviral effect. It can therefore also be used as an explanatory agent.

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#27 Inktober 2024

Pantherpilz or Panther mushroom; Amanita pantherina The first symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and hallucinations usually only occur six to twelve hours after consumption. And although the symptoms then initially subside, the toxins begin to destroy the liver around 24 hours after.

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#26 Inktober 2024

Eisenhut or Monks Hood; Aconitum

It was used in small doses as a painkiller and antipyretic. However, just 2 to 4 g are enough to be fatal within 30 minutes. The poison can be absorbed through skin contact. If taken orally, other symptoms include sensitivity to cold, nausea, intestinal colic, nervous excitement, ringing in the ears, dizziness, cardiac arrhythmia and convulsions until death occurs.

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#25 Inktober 2024

Schneerose or Christrose also Schwarzer Nieswurz (christmas carol) helleborus niger;

It was used in the Middle Ages as a remedy for weakness and circulatory problems. In low doses for kidney complaints. However ,it is also a powerful heart poison, capable of increasing the heart's beating power and reducing the heart rate. Other symptoms include visual disturbances, vomiting and nausea.

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#24 Inktober 2024

Giftlorchel or False morel, Gyromitra esculenta; At the beginning there is fatigue, a feeling of fullness and nausea as well as headaches and abdominal pain. Up to bloody diarrhea and vomiting. After a short symptom-free interval, the life-threatening phase sets in with a very hard and enlarged liver, severe cramps, organ bleeding and even death.

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#23 Inktober 2024

Rostmarin or Rosemary; Salvia rosmrinus or Rosmarinus officinalis; Apart from its use as a spice in the kitchen. It has an antispasmodic effect and stimulates the circulation. Rosemary can improve liver and gallbladder function and help with dyspeptic complaints.

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#22 Inktober 2024 Baldrian or Valerian, Valeriana officinalis;

Is considered a gentle herbal sleep aid and is traditionally used to relieve anxiety and sleep disorders. It can also help with mild nervous tension and relieve nervous palpitations. Indirectly, it can have a positive effect on the heart.

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#21 Inktober 2024 Salbei or Sage; Salvia officinalis Addition to it's use in the kitchen, it's healing properties are also numerous: it has antiseptic, antibiotic, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. In addition to it's soothing effect on sore throats and throat infections, it is also used to treat digestive problems and inflamed gums.

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#20 Inktober 2024 Schafgarbe or Yarrow; Achillea millefolium Brewed into tea its used as a medicinal herb for gastrointestinal complaints, stomach cramps and inflammation and menstrual cramps. It also helps as an ointment for small wounds and sunburn. SIDENOTE: It is very similar to the very poisonous Schierling However, you can tell them apart by their leaves.

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#19 Inktober 2024

Schierling or Hemlock ; Conium maculatum

Even touching can cause skin irritation. If consumed, the poison causes dry mouth, just 15 minutes later accelerated heartbeat, trembling, sweating, cramps and muscle weakness, including respiratory paralysis with full consciousness until death occurs.

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#18 Inktober 2024

Kornkeule or Cordyceps; Cordyceps militaris; Used in Chinese medicine, it can increase physical performance, increase energy and stamina, improve immune function, support heart health, and sexual health. The spores germinate on the exoskeleton of ants and other insects, giving it the name "zombie mushroom"

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#17 Inktober 2024

Oleander, Nerium oleander; Dried leaves are almost half as poisonous as fresh ones. They cause cardiac arrhythmia, convulsions or respiratory paralysis, which can also lead to death within 2-3h. Just 15-20 grams of fresh leaves could kill a horse! In some cases, even touching can cause skin irritation.

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#16 Inktober 2024

Johanniskraut or St. Johns wort, hyperium perforatum;

is also used in medications as a herbal antidepressant for mild to moderate depression. Brewed into tea, it's effective against nervousness, stress and the resulting complaints, like like stomach and tension pain.