SPILANTHES Spilanthes achmella
Liquid extract of fresh whole flowering herb with root.
- Actions: Stimulating alterative tonic. Enhances immune system function; antibacterial,
antifungal, antiviral; antimalarial. Because of their high isobutylamide content, Spilanthes and
Prickly Ash have similar stimulating and therapeutic actions (see Prickly Ash).
- Uses: General infection fighter. Fungus infections: candida, thrush, ringworm, athlete's foot. Cold
sores and herpes. Colds, flu and respiratory infections; ear infections. Prevention and treatment of
malaria and Lyme's disease. Diminished secretions of mucous membranes.
- Dose: Take 30 to 40 drops, 2 to 5 times per day. Topically apply full-strength (if well
tolerated), or dilute with 1 or 2 parts water.
- Cautions: None known.