In addition Pleurisy root helps most chest complaints, especially bronchitis because it brings on expectoration while reducing inflammation very quickly. It also can influence the skin and circulation by relaxing capillaries. For catarrhal conditions it is one of the most effective plants for use in the early stages, reducing the amount of catarrah and making the patient more comfortable. Stomach troubles, diarrhea, dysentery when of a catarrhal nature are all assisted by this herb, as well as headache from digestive disorders. This herb is not to be used when the skin is cold and the pulse is weak.
Pleurisy root has a long history of medicinal use with many of the Native American Indian tribes.
It is one of the most versatile plants of our heritage and is still revered today. Its beauty in the field equals its beauty as a lifesaving medicine. Dorling Kindersley, 1994. Christopher, Dr. John. Christopher Publications, 1976.