Naturopathy

Seidelblast

Synonyms in a broader sense

protected, very toxic!

Latin name: Daphne mezerum

Common names: Poison berry, wild Spanish pepper, pepper bush

Family: Daphne family

Plant description

Usually small, rarely tall, gray-brown shrub. In early spring, the shrub blooms before the leaves are formed.
The glowing redden sessile flowers are dense and have a pleasant smell. Then the elongated leaves unfold with their entire margins. The flowers develop brightly Red berries.

Heyday: February to March

Occurrence: Shady places Brook banks and Forest edges. More common in southern Europe than in the north. Everywhere under nature protection!

Plant parts used medicinally

The bark, and rarely the berries

ingredients

The glycoside Daphnin with the ingredient Daphnetoxin one caustic Sharp stuff, Sitosterol and resin.

Effect and application

Daphne is said to be because of it toxic irritants Not used. Also homeopathic dilutions Use only after consulting a doctor.

Use in homeopathy

The homeopathic Mezereum becomes from the bark won, which is collected before flowering. The remedy fits Skin inflammation with blistering and violent itch with inclination to Scab and pus formation. Often associated with severe nerve pain as in the Shingles and inflammation of the facial nerves. Mezereum fits particularly well Crust formation and itching, Aggravated by cold but also in the warmth of bed. A Feeling cold in the affected skin areas is typical.

Side effects

Daphne is very poisonus. All parts of the plant call strong on the skin Irritation and Blistering emerged. After enjoying the red berries become stomach, Intestines and Kidneys heavily attacked. It comes to diarrhea, Vomit, Burn in the mucous membranes. If you suspect, consult a doctor immediately!