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Alexanders
Smyrnium olusatrum is a tall biennial herb with glossy dark-green leaves, yellow-green flower clusters, and aromatic fruits. The leaves, stems, roots, and fruits have a strong celery-like, parsley-like flavor with a slightly bitter finish.
Traditionally used for
Bloating, Gas, Indigestion, Water retention
Potential benefits
Carminative, digestive aid, diuretic, antioxidant, anti-flatulent
Ingredients
Alexanders (Smyrnium olusatrum) Aerial parts, Alexanders (Smyrnium olusatrum) root
Origin
United Kingdom, France, Spain, Italy, Greece, Turkey
How it is traditionally prepared
1 tsp dried aerial parts per 8–12 oz water, steep 5–10 minutes, 1 cup daily short-term
Cautions and who should avoid it
Correct identification is important because it resembles other Apiaceae plants; avoid medicinal doses during pregnancy; caution with kidney conditions
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