Adrue

Adrue - Cyperus articulatus

• Introduction
• Synonym
• Habitat
• Adrue Properties
• Adrue - Chemical Compounds/Constituents
• Adrue - As a Treatment For
• Adrue - Side Effects & Cautions
• Adrue Preparations

Introduction

Adrue is a common African and Asian herbal medicine.  The plant is considered a rush or sedge and grows to approximately 6' in height.  The tuberous rhizomes are medicinally used and are said to have a pleasing aroma, the aromatic properties of the plant 'cause a feeling of warmth'

Synonym

• Guinea Rush  

Habitat

Native to Indonesia, naturalized to Florida, common in Jamaica and along the banks of the Nile.

Adrue Properties

• anti-emetic
• antibacterial
• carminative
• sedative

Adrue - Chemical Compounds/Constituents

None noted

Adrue - As a Treatment For

Adrue has been used to help control nausea, vomiting, stomach pain and gas as well as headaches, epilepsy and some female disorders such a menstrual irregularity, breast pain and vaginal discharge.

A study into its historical use show that is may have an effect on headaches and epilepsy due to its effects on neurotransmitters in the brain.

Its aromatic properties have an overall calming effect, specifically on the digestive system, helping to control vomiting and nausea and aiding in the elimination of gas.

Adrue - Side Effects & Cautions

 No harmful effects or caution are known.

Adrue Preparations

Prepare as a tincture, used standardized preparations