Lovage is an erect, herbaceous, perennial plant growing to 6 1/2 ft (2 m), in the genus Levisticum in the Parsley family Apiaceae (and subfamily Apioideae), having glossy, toothed compound leaves, greenish-yellow flowers being produced in umbels at the top of the stems, and tiny oval seeds, found in southern Europe and southwestern Asia. It thrives on sunny mountain slopes.
Plant Description
History
Types & Varieties
Mechanism of Action
Additional Information
Key Actions
Usable Parts
Parts Used: root, seeds, leaves.
• Its leaves are gathered in spring or early summer, the seeds in late summer, the root in autumn.
• Its stems and leaves are shiny glabrous green to yellow-green and smell somewhat similar to Celery when crushed.
• Its flowers are yellow to greenish-yellow, 2–3 mm diameter, produced in globose umbels up to 10–15 cm diameter, flowering is in late spring.
Directions of Preparation
Recommended Dosage
Its Active Constituents:
• Lovage roots contain:
• A volatile oil (about 70% phthalides),
• Coumarins (including bergapten, psoralen, and umbelliferone),
• Alkynes,
• Plant acids,
• Sterols,
• Resins,
• furanocoumarins which can lead to photosensitivity,
• Gums.
• The phthalides are Sedative and anti-convulsant.
Health Benefits of Lovage
Detoxification
• Lovage is significantly Diuretic and Anti-Microbial, thus commonly taken for Urinary Tract System problems.
• It potentially help avoid Kidney Stones as it is an aquaretic (a type of Diuretic that encourages urination Flushes in the Urinary Tract System without electrolyte loss).
Foods & Detoxification
Digestive System
• Lovage has Anti-Inflammatory effect which is very effective in soothing the Digestive tract, reducing Bloating, and relieving gas.
• Its a warming and tonic herb for the Digestive System, treating Indigestion, poor appetite, gas and Colic.
Foods & Digestive System
Infections
• Lovage has anti-bacterial effects on various microbes and foreign agents, thus acts against harmful organisms such as E. coli, salmon fishella, H. pylori, and H. Influenzae.
• It naturally help Fight the symptoms of Allergies as it contain Quercetin (a natural histamines inhibitor) which inhibits histamine release and alleviates Skin irritation typically caused by sensitivity to environmental Irritants, eliminating itchy Eyes, runny noses, and other more serious allergic reactions.
Foods & Infections
Musculoskeletal System
• Lovage has Anti-Inflammatory action and a natural remedy associated with joint discomfort (such as rheumatic swelling, Gout, Arthritis, and Hemorrhoids) and any terrible side effects.
Foods & Musculoskeletal System
Respiratory System
• Lovage support lungs health and is useful to Respiratory Systems and Bronchitis.
• It act as an Expectorant helping to loosen phlegm/mucus in the lungs, which in turn improves airflow, breathing, and oxygen intake.
• It contain eucalyptol (a primary soothing agent which can reduce irritation and inflammation in the lungs) and a respiration booster promoting more rapid healing.
Foods & Respiratory System
Skin Health
• Lovage leaves are applied directly to the Skin to improve tone and appearance, increase blood flow to the surface of the Skin and to effectively reduce the symptoms of Skin conditions (such as Psoriasis, dermatitis and Acne).
• Its loaded with compounds (such as limonene, eugenol, and Quercetin) that may soothe rough Patches in the body which provides soothing effects throughout the body.
Foods & Skin Health
Women Health
• Lovage provide relief from Menstrual discomfort such as cramps and Bloating (when taken at the beginning of a Menstrual period).
Foods & Women Health
