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Visnaga (Ammi visnaga) plant
Circulatory

Visnaga (Ammi visnaga)

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  • Circulatory
  • 2 conditions
  • Licensed photo

Overview

Visnaga (Ammi visnaga) is an erect annual growing up to about 3 ft (1 m) in height, with finely divided, feathery leaves and umbels of tiny white flowers. Its seeds contain the compounds khellin and visnagin.

Traditional uses & properties

Asthma: Visnaga is not a treatment for an asthma attack.

Safety & precautions

Professional Advice: Take only under professional guidance. Long-Term Use: May cause nausea, headaches, insomnia; restrict usage to short courses only.

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Drug interactions

Interaction data is not available for this herb - talk to a pharmacist before combining it with any medication. A blank entry here means we have not documented interactions, not that none exist.

Habitat

Native to North Africa and naturalized in the Middle East and the Mediterranean, visnaga also grows in parts of Australia and the Americas. Grown from seed in spring, the seed-bearing fruits are harvested in late summer before fully ripening.

Traditionally used for

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Frequently asked questions

What is Visnaga (Ammi visnaga) traditionally used for?

Traditional sources describe Visnaga (Ammi visnaga) as follows: Asthma: Visnaga is not a treatment for an asthma attack.

What safety cautions apply to Visnaga (Ammi visnaga)?

Professional Advice: Take only under professional guidance. Long-Term Use: May cause nausea, headaches, insomnia; restrict usage to short courses only.