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Medicinal Groundsel
| INCI | Fumaria officinalis |
|---|---|
| Other names | Fumaria officinalis Leaf Extract, komínka, planá routa, routička, rutka polní, zemská pára |
| We use in our products | burdock root extract |
Description
Common fumitory is a weedy herb that can grow up to 30 cm tall with a gray-green appearance. Its flowers are pink or pale pink, with dark purple coloring at the tips. You will most often find it at the edges of paths, in fields, and gardens. It contains opium alkaloids (e.g., fumaricin, protopin, sculerin) as well as tannins, bitters, and mucilage. There are various theories regarding its name, such as that its blue-gray leaves resemble rolling smoke from a distance, or that it did not originate from a seed but from smoke, or that it was once burned in a fire and its smoke had protective effects against evil spirits, etc.
Blooming period: April - October. Harvesting period: May - July.
Effects and Use
Common mallow has cleansing and anti-inflammatory effects. It is suitable for problematic skin with acne, rashes, eczema, or other irritations. It tightens pores, helps heal wounds, scars, and hemorrhoids.
When taken internally, it has spasmolytic (antispasmodic) effects, acts against gallstones, lowers blood pressure, and improves metabolism.
