Nasturtium

Capuchin cresses are annual to perennial herbaceous plants of the capuchin family (Tropaeolaceae - order of cruciferous - Brassicales). Originally native to South America and Central America, some species are now cultivated worldwide. The Great The pungent taste of the plants is caused by mustard oil glycosides (e.g., glucotropaeolin).

The fresh leaves are used as salad additions because of their pungent taste. Likewise the fresh unripe fruits (so-called false capers).

The herb of nasturtium(Tropaeoli maji herba), is used for urinary and respiratory tract infections. A positive substance characteristic is available for Tropaeoli maji herba instead of a monograph.

To be noted: No pharmacopoeia quality description !

HMPC: Not processed

ESCOP: Not processed

But: In combination with horseradish root by clinical studies proven indications (approval)!!! Acute inflammatory diseases of the bronchial tubes, sinuses and draining urinary tract. Preparation: Angocin® Anti-Infekt

Commission E:Since at the time of processing no mono-preparation, but only combination preparations were in circulation, the Commission E has only made a positive substance characteristics: based on the pharmacological properties can be qualitatively a positive contribution to the effectiveness in combinations with other drugs for the supportive treatment of infections of the urinary tract, as well as in catarrh of the respiratory tract, and externally for mild muscle pain.

Empirical medicine: internal: menstrual disorders, external: infected wounds, hair loss, promotion of hair growth.

Cosmetics:

Under the INCI designation "Tropaelum majus extract" the extract from the herb is used in cosmetic formulations.

Nasturtium was chosen as the medicinal plant of the year 2013.

The name "nasturtium" is derived from the Old High German word cresso' sharp, the part of the name "nasturtium" from the flower shape, which is said to resemble the hoods of monks' cowls.

Preparations: Contained in Angocin® Anti-Infect N

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