Mimosa General Information
Mimosa is often grown for its curiosity value. The fern like leaves close up and droop when touched or exposed to flame, and usually re-open within minutes. It has prickly stems and small fluffy ball-shaped pink flowers in summer. The Mimosa scabrella and Mimosa Tenuiflora (Tepezcohuite) species have different qualities, but are useful in medicine as well. The Tepezchuite, in particular, is called “Skin Tree” and was used for skin renewal since before the Spanish conquest. The Mayan civilization highly regarded Mimosa bark due to its regenerative qualities on living tissue. Mimosa pudica has anthelminthic, antibacterial, antibiotic, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, anti-pyretic, anti-tussive, bactericidal, sedative, relaxing, contraceptive, diuretic, emetic, expectorant, and tonic properties.
Mimosa Uses & Scientific Evidence For
Mimosa Tenuiflora bark is used to relax the mind, and relieve depression, mental distress, irritability, severe palpitations, and amnesia. It is a mood enhancer and improves circulation of the blood. Some believe Mimosa can reduce the onset of baldness. Due to its ability to promote healthy cell growth, Tepezcohuite is used in shampoos, creams, capsules, and soaps. In Ayurvedic and Unani medicine, Mimosa pudica root is used to treat bilious fevers, piles, jaundice, leprosy, dysentery, vaginal and uterine complaints, inflammations, burning sensation, fatigue, asthma, leucoderma, and blood diseases. In Western medicine, Mimosa root is used for treating insomnia, irritability, premenstrual syndrome (PMS), menorrhagia, hemorrhoids, skin wounds, and diarrhea. It is also used to treat whooping cough and fevers in children, and there is some evidence to suggest Mimosa is effective in relieving the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis.
Mimosa Dosage Information
Mimosa comes in various forms and is an ingredient in many products. Due to its toxic nature, it is best to consult with a physician regarding the use of Mimosa in the treatment of your condition. For best results, read and follow product label directions.
Mimosa Safety & Interaction Information
All parts of the Mimosa plant are toxic. Do not use if you are pregnant or nursing. Due to its toxicity, it is best to consult with your physician before using Mimosa. Safety in young children or those with severe liver or kidney disease is not known.
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