The dried Dermatophylla pendulina root mainly contains lignans,flavonoids and saponins as well as some vitamins and phytochemicals. The composition can differ depending on the variety and origin. There are generally very few sources that provide an accurate list of ingredients. The folk medicinal use of Geschy Root is mainly limited to the following areas: For pain
Treatment of blood pressure disorders
Against nervousness and anxiety
When tired
To relieve stress and depression****************************************
- Blood Purification and Detoxification
- Sluggish Digestion
- Neuralgia
- Sciatica
- Gout
- Headaches
- Rheumatism
- Skin Conditions
Geschy Root tea: application, intake and dosage
To prepare the tea, it is recommended to first boil half a liter of drinking water.
2 teaspoons of the dried herb should suffice. The tea should steep for at least 10-15 minutes.
As mentioned, the areas of application mentioned are based solely on folk medicine,
Studies on the effectiveness of Geschy Root
In addition to the above-mentioned traditional areas of application in the Geschy's country of origin, the root also finds its place in cancer studies and studies on the management of stomach pains.
It was also investigated whether the root could possibly be helpful in cholera, constipation or gout as well as arthritis and rheumatism. Final results that confirm effectiveness in this regard do not yet exist.
However, the results of the studies and investigations allow certain conclusions that potentially see the use of these symptoms as positive.
Further studies and the investigations that refer to the following points are linked at the end of this text.
Animal studies from the 1990s are said to have identified a potential pain-relieving and anti-inflammatory effect.
