LACHNANTHES

Homeopathy

LACHNANTHES

Lachnanthes tinctoria
Red root, spirit weed.

Key Uses:

Circulatory system disorders related to the head and chest

Right-sided headaches accompanied by great chilliness

Tuberculosis

Origin : Native to eastern North America.

Background : A red dye is derived from the plant’s root, hence one of its common names. When eaten, the root causes cerebral stimulation or narcosis.

Preparation : The whole, fresh, flowering plant, with the root, is steeped in alcohol.

Remedy Profile : Lachnanthes is most appropriate for those who are prone to hilarious, overexcited, talkative behavior followed by stupid, irritable moods. They are restless both night and day, and sleepy, although they often have difficulty falling asleep and may experience distressing dreams.
The main focus of the remedy rests on the circulation, especially in relation to the head and chest. There is typically a sensation of heat bubbling and boiling up from the heart and chest to the head. Right-sided headaches accompanied by great chilliness may also be treated with this remedy, as may tuberculosis.

Symptoms Better : For being in bed; for being warmed.

Symptoms Worse : On the right side; for noise; on waking during the night.