Devil's Club - Oplopanax Horridus

Devil's Club - Oplopanax horridus in the Araliaceae or Ginseng family

Parts used: Root.

Taste/smell: Woodsy, earthy smell and taste, sweetish.

Tendencies: Cooling, stimulating, supportive.

Dosage: Infusion: 1 heaping teaspoon of finely cut herb per cup of water, infused for 25-30 minutes; or 1:4 dry liquid extract: 10-60 drops 1-4 times per day.

Mental picture and specific indications: The mental picture includes worn out, timid individuals who lack mental and emotional strength and vitality. The individuals cannot adapt to stressful situations and feel oppressed and unable to stand up for themselves. This herb lends a sense of invigoration and strength on a physical, emotional, mental and spiritual level.

Use: (a) Adaptogen, (b) Immunomodulator

There is no research to show this herb is an adaptogen. However, I use it to help the body adapt to stressful situations, from either internal or external causes. I use it in drop doses for people who are timid, fearful, intimidated, have been through some sort of trauma, shock or stress. I use it similar to how people use the product called "Rescue Remedy." This plant gives mental and emotional strength and helps to invigorate the person when they feel defeated and unable to stand up for themselves.

Contraindications: Information unavailable at this time.

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Copyright 1999 by Sharol Tilgner, N.D. (ISBN 1-881517-02-0) - all rights reserved.