Calamus

Summary
Calamus (also known as Sweet flag): a medicinal plant with a stomachic effect with an effective action against heartburn, often presented in the form of herbal teas (infusions).

Useful observation
Calamus is a plant used a great deal and indicated for digestive disorders and particularly for heartburn, is an effective complementary measure.

Names
English name: Calami
Binomial name: Acorus calamus L.
French name: calami, acore vrai
German name: Kalmus
Italian name: acoro vero, calamo

Family
Araceae

Biochemical composition
Essential oil,...

Part used
Rhizomes

Key action of calamus
Stimulation of secretion

Medicinal use of calamus
Digestive problems

Side effects of calamus
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Contraindications of calamus
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Interactions of calamus
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Preparations
- Tea of calamus

Where grows calamus ?
Calamus grows in Europa and in Northern America.

When can we collect the fruits of calamus ?
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