Scientific name

Family

Origin

Synonyms

Gold Chrysanthemum, American Chrysanthemum

Used Parts

The whole plant is used in phytotherapy

Chemical constituents

• Flavonoids (calconi, auroni);
• Saponins (chrysantelline A and B);
• Essential oil;
• Chlorogenic acid.

American Chrysanthemum in Herbal Medicine: Properties of the American Chrysanthemum

American Chrysantelum is considered useful in biliary, salivary and renal calculosis, in hepatitis and cirrhosis, in dyslipidemia and in eating disorders; however, its efficacy has never been clinically proven in humans (nor have any reports of acute or subacute toxicity ever been reported).

Further therapeutic indications, mostly derived from the popular tradition, configure the American chrysanthemum as a useful remedy in the presence of hypercholesterolemia and hypertriglyceridemia, atherosclerosis, varicose veins, hemorrhoids and microcirculation disorders. The analgesic and anti-inflammatory action of the American chrysanthemum is documented above all for renal and rheumatic disorders.

Side effects

Following use are possible irritations of the gastroduodenal mucosa and allergic reactions.

Contraindications

Avoid taking American Chrysantelum in case of gastritis, peptic ulcer or hypersensitivity to one or more components.

Pharmacological Interactions

• no interactions with other drugs are known.