Calamus
Summary
Herbal plant with a stomachic effect with an effective action against heartburn, often presented in the form of herbal teas (infusions).
Names
English names: Calami, Sweet flag
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
Stimulation of secretion
Medicinal use
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.
Useful observation
- Calamus is a plant used a great deal and indicated for digestive disorders and particularly for heartburn, is an effective complementary measure.
