Glehnia littoralis
Glehnia littoralis
Glehnia littoralis, a perennial herb of the Apiaceae family, is used in traditional East Asian medicine, particularly within Chinese herbal practice. Traditionally, it is employed as an anodyne, for fever, in baths, for chest complaints, cold, cough, croup, diaphoretic, hyperacidity, kidney and liver complaints, spasms, and thirst. Scientific evidence is limited; few studies have examined its pharmacological properties, and results are inconclusive. No major safety issues have been reported, and no drug interactions have been documented.
- Traditionally for
- anodyne · fever
- Traditions
- Japanese (Kampo) · TCM
- Cautions
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Informational only. Traditional use does not mean proven effectiveness. Evidence and safety vary — check the cited sources.
Traditional use
- anodyne
- fever
- bath
- chest complaints
- cold
- cough
- croup
- diaphoretic
- hyperacidity
- kidney complaints
- liver complaints
- spasms
- thirst
Frequently asked questions
What is Glehnia littoralis?
Glehnia littoralis (Glehnia littoralis) is a plant documented in FolkKB's traditional-medicine reference, drawn from sourced literature and cross-checked against the evidence.
What is Glehnia littoralis traditionally used for?
Traditional sources record Glehnia littoralis for: anodyne, fever, bath, chest complaints, cold, cough. This reflects traditional use, not a proven medical treatment.
Which traditions use Glehnia littoralis?
Glehnia littoralis appears in these traditions in our sources: Japanese (Kampo), TCM.
Is Glehnia littoralis safe? What are the side effects?
No major safety issues are recorded for Glehnia littoralis in our sources, but the data may be incomplete. Consult a qualified professional before use.
Does Glehnia littoralis interact with medications?
No drug interactions are recorded for Glehnia littoralis in our sources. This does not rule them out — check with a pharmacist.
Is Glehnia littoralis a proven treatment?
No. FolkKB is informational only. Traditional use and early findings are not proof of efficacy or safety — consult a qualified professional and never self-treat.
Sources
- T3 Dr. Duke's Ethnobotanical Database public domain (USDA ARS — attribute Dr. Duke's)