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Lily of the Valley
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Description
The Lily of the Valley grows by small rhizomes, also known as pips. The Lily of the Valley can be easily recognized because of its sweet and strong smell and the flowers that hang like small bells. The Lily of the Valley flower is a delicate, pendant flower that grows in loose, one-sided clusters at stem ends. The Lily of the Valley stems are short, 8-10 inches long, bearing 6-15 clusters of flowers.
The wonderful fragrance of the Lily of the Valley flower attracts bees that collect the pollen that the flower produces. Lilies of the Valley flowers are white, but a cultivated variety, Rosea, produces pale mauve pink flowers. Lilies of the Valley flowers droop from the brilliant green stalks.
Sweet Lilies of the Valley flowers occur in early-mid spring and last to first frost. The flowers are followed by orange reddish berries, about 1/4 inch in diameter, that last a very long time. The berries provide food for ground-feeding birds and chipmunks. Be cautious, if there are children around, as these berries and other parts of the Lily of the Valley are highly toxic.
Medicinal
Lily of the Valley is widely recognized as a cardiac tonic and diuretic. It is used in cases of valvular heart disease, cardiac debility and dropsy (it is usually recommended as a Digitalis substitute). It has strong diuretic properties, reducing blood volume and lowering blood pressure. It is also useful in treatment of chronic lung problems such as emphysema. A decoction of the flowers is useful in removing obstructions in the urinary canal, and it has been also recommended as a substitute for
aloes, due to its purgative quality.
Lily of the Valley can be used for irregular heartbeat, heart failure and other heart problems, urinary tract infections, kidney stones, weak contractions in labor, epilepsy, fluid retention, strokes, paralysis, infection of eye, and leprosy.
Sources
http://health-from-nature.net/Lily_of_the_Valley.html
http://www.liliesofthevalley.us/lily-of-the-valley-description
http://www.webmd.com/vitamins-supplements/ingredient
Disclaimer:
This information is for educational purposes only. Plant Sale does not and can not take any responsibility for any adverse effects from the use of plants. Plant Sale makes no claims to the medicinal/edible effects of these plants. In fact, plants may be harmful or even deadly if taken for the wrong conditions, used in excessive amounts, or combined with other drugs. Consult your doctor about your health conditions and the use of plant-based remedies. Always seek advice from a professional before using a plant medicinally/edibly. The statements on this site have not been evaluated by the FDA. Use information wisely and at your own risk.
The Lily of the Valley grows by small rhizomes, also known as pips. The Lily of the Valley can be easily recognized because of its sweet and strong smell and the flowers that hang like small bells. The Lily of the Valley flower is a delicate, pendant flower that grows in loose, one-sided clusters at stem ends. The Lily of the Valley stems are short, 8-10 inches long, bearing 6-15 clusters of flowers.
The wonderful fragrance of the Lily of the Valley flower attracts bees that collect the pollen that the flower produces. Lilies of the Valley flowers are white, but a cultivated variety, Rosea, produces pale mauve pink flowers. Lilies of the Valley flowers droop from the brilliant green stalks.
Sweet Lilies of the Valley flowers occur in early-mid spring and last to first frost. The flowers are followed by orange reddish berries, about 1/4 inch in diameter, that last a very long time. The berries provide food for ground-feeding birds and chipmunks. Be cautious, if there are children around, as these berries and other parts of the Lily of the Valley are highly toxic.
Medicinal
Lily of the Valley is widely recognized as a cardiac tonic and diuretic. It is used in cases of valvular heart disease, cardiac debility and dropsy (it is usually recommended as a Digitalis substitute). It has strong diuretic properties, reducing blood volume and lowering blood pressure. It is also useful in treatment of chronic lung problems such as emphysema. A decoction of the flowers is useful in removing obstructions in the urinary canal, and it has been also recommended as a substitute for
aloes, due to its purgative quality.
Lily of the Valley can be used for irregular heartbeat, heart failure and other heart problems, urinary tract infections, kidney stones, weak contractions in labor, epilepsy, fluid retention, strokes, paralysis, infection of eye, and leprosy.
Sources
http://health-from-nature.net/Lily_of_the_Valley.html
http://www.liliesofthevalley.us/lily-of-the-valley-description
http://www.webmd.com/vitamins-supplements/ingredient
Disclaimer:
This information is for educational purposes only. Plant Sale does not and can not take any responsibility for any adverse effects from the use of plants. Plant Sale makes no claims to the medicinal/edible effects of these plants. In fact, plants may be harmful or even deadly if taken for the wrong conditions, used in excessive amounts, or combined with other drugs. Consult your doctor about your health conditions and the use of plant-based remedies. Always seek advice from a professional before using a plant medicinally/edibly. The statements on this site have not been evaluated by the FDA. Use information wisely and at your own risk.