Capuchin in Herbalist: Property of the Capuchin

Scientific name

Tropaeolum majus L.

Family

Tropaelaceae

Origin

Plant cultivated in temperate climates

Synonyms

nasturtium

Used Parts

Drug given by leaves and fresh flowers.

Chemical constituents

Essential oil;
Glucosides (glucotropeoline).

Capuchin in Herbalist: Property of the Capuchin

Of the Capuchin plant the fresh leaves are used for the stomachic and fluidifying action on the bronchial secretions; for external use, it is used in poultice to treat scars and bruises (sulfur glucosides). Moreover, always for external use, it is used in folk medicine to revitalize the scalp hair bulb.

Contraindications

Avoid in case of proven hypersensitivity to one or more components.

Pharmacological Interactions

cappuccin acts as an enzyme inducer at the level of the hepatic microsomal system, so it increases the metabolism of some drugs
can inhibit the anticoagulant effect of warfarin due to its vitamin K content;
iodized drugs: interference with iodine metabolism at thyroid level due to the presence of isothiocyanates.