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Blessed Thistle
Family:
Compositae |
Latin Name:
Cnicus benedictus |
Description
A prickly, rounded bush with a height of 2 feet and a width of 1.5 feet. The leaves are prickly with pale veins, deeply indented with veins and surrounded by sharp, 1-inch spines.
Common Uses
Blessed thistle has been used as a treatment for liver disorder, as well as menstrual problems. It seems to detoxify the liver. In many European countries, blessed thistle tablets are prescribed along with acetaminophen or aspirin to counterbalance the potential liver damage these drugs can cause. Many women take blessed thistle to regulate their periods.
History
The Greeks called this herb knekos, or thistle, which became cnicus to the Romans. In medieval days, it was called carduus benedictus, or "blessed thistle," because its virtues made them consider it a cure-all.
Products Containing this Ingredient
Blessed Thistle, Cert. Organic, Candida Formula #2™ (formerly Foon Goos #2®), Essiac, Flor- Essence Herbal Tea, FNG Care™ (Formerly Foon Goos®), Memory Plus Formula (Mem)
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