| Common name(s): |
primrose, cowslip, fairy cups, key to heaven, herb peter, horse buckles, key flower |
| Family: |
Primulaceae |
| Origin: |
Europe, western Asia |
| Parts used: |
flowers, leaves, stems |
| Constituents: |
phenolic glycosides, bitters, volatile oil, triterpene saponins, phenolic compounds, including flavonoids, phenolic acids
|
| Therapeutic actions: |
sedative, antispasmodic, mild diuretic, expectorant |
| Organs or systems affected: |
heart, lungs, central nervous system, vascular system |
| Main medicinal uses: |
- eases anxiety and tension in the body
- relieves headaches
- improves the skin
- promotes calm
- reduces symptoms of arthritis
- helps improve heart health
|
| Counterindications: |
Generally regarded as safe |
