Herbaceous perennial with brilliant orange or red flower clusters, followed by green pods that open and release silky seeds. Height: 2 feet. Blooms: Mid-summer to autumn
Common Uses
Pleurisy root relieves inflammation in the lining of the throat and lungs. It also induces sweating, and helps with lymphatic drainage. It is an expectorant, helping to ease upper respiratory conditions.
History
Pleurisy root was included in the 1772 edition of American Herbal and was listed briefly in the U.S. Pharmacopoeia.
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