Latin Name: Centaurium erythraea
Alternate Names: Bitter Herb, Feverwort
Family: GENTIANACEAE
Parts Used: Above ground portion.
Properties: Alterative, Aromatic, Astringent, Bitter Tonic, Cholagogue, Emmenagogue, Febrifuge, Stomach Tonic, Tonic
Internal Uses: Anorexia, Bloating, Digestive Weakness, Dyspepsia, Flatulence, Indigestion, Jaundice
Internal Applications: Tea, Tincture, Capsules.
This very bitter herb enhances the production of gastric secretions. It is excellent for stimulating the appetite and improving [...]