Gardens: Jardin-Chinchango

Medicinal Properties:

Anti-inflammatory Properties: Used to reduce internal and external inflammation.

Digestive Use: Infusions made with its leaves or flowers relieve stomach upsets and colic.

Calming Effect: Used as a natural remedy to relieve headaches and stress.

Respiratory Decongestant: Beneficial for treating colds, coughs, and minor respiratory problems.

References

Grassi-Zampieron, R., França, L. V., Carollo, C. A., Vieira, M. D. C., Oliveros-Bastidas, A., & Siqueira, J. M. D. (2010). Comparative profiles of Achyrocline alata (Kunth) DC. and A. satureioides (Lam.) DC., Asteraceae, applying HPLC-DAD-MS. Revista Brasileira de Farmacognosia, 20, 575-579.

Soukup, J. (1978). Vocabulario de los nombres vulgares de la flora peruana y catálogo de los géneros.Editorial Salesiana. Lima, Perú. 435 p.

Toffoli-Kadri, M. C., Carollo, C. A., Lourenço, L. D., Felipe, J. L., Néspoli, J. H. B., Wollf, L. G. C., ... & de Siqueira, J. M. (2014). In vivo and in vitro anti-inflammatory properties of Achyrocline alata (Kunth) DC. Journal of ethnopharmacology, 153(2), 461-468.