Nothing to be Hysterical about- Parthenium hysterophorus

Considered as a toxic, asthma and allergy causing weed by many, let us get to know the healing properties of this herb.

Scientific Name: Parthenium hysterophorus | English: Carrot Grass, Parthenium | In India: Gajar Ghaans, Congress Grass |

Medicinal Uses: Antipyretic, rheumatic pains, Herpes, eczema, skin inflammation, diarrohea, antidiabetic, source of antitumor compounds.

There is not much that we know about this herb as yet, but there are quite a few promising uses as a source of anticancer and anti-tumor compounds that could provide a ray of hope to those fighting a losing battle against cancer.

Traditional uses:

Decoction of the leaves and flowers has shown to reduce sugar levels.

References:

Harmful and beneficial aspects of Parthenium hysterophorus: an update

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22558530/

Comprehensive review on ethnobotanical uses, phytochemistry, biological potential and toxicology of Parthenium hysterophorus L.: A journey from noxious weed to a therapeutic medicinal plant

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0378874121007546