Herb · Asia
Himalayan silver fir
Abies spectabilis
Traditionally attributed effects: carminative, stomachic, tonic, astringent, antispasmodic, expectorant; for cough, asthma, chronic bronchitis, lung conditions and bladder catarrh; for an enlarged spleen.
Safety notes
Traditional use is no proof of effectiveness; if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication or have a medical condition, consult a doctor or pharmacist.
Preparation
Dried leaves: powder 0.5–1 g; tea (infusion) 16–48 ml; decoction or tincture 2–4 ml.
Use in traditions
Described in the Ayurvedic materia medica. Sanskrit name: Talisapatram. In Ayurveda the needles (talisa patra) are used for coughs and asthma, among others in the powder Talisadi churna.
Applications
Use by tradition
How different herbal traditions describe this herb. Amounts are traditional guidelines checked for obvious errors; they are not medical advice. For poisonous plants no dosage is given on purpose.
Ayurvedic materia medica
Attributed effects
Carminative, stomachic, tonic, astringent, antispasmodic, expectorant; for cough, asthma, chronic bronchitis, lung conditions and bladder catarrh; for an enlarged spleen.
Preparation and amount
Dried leaves: powder 0.5–1 g; tea (infusion) 16–48 ml; decoction or tincture 2–4 ml.
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