Chrysantellum americanum
This plant is indigenous to central Africa, Peru and Bolivia. It grows to 15 cm high. The yellow/orangey yellow flowers are grouped in small capitules.

Parts used:
Leaf, flower, fruit
Botany
This plant is indigenous to central Africa, Peru and Bolivia. It grows to 15 cm high. The yellow/orangey yellow flowers are grouped in small capitules.
Constituents
Primarily contains flavonoids and saponins (chrysanthelline A and B).
Possible Interactions
Herbs - None documented. Drugs - None known
Comments
Introduced into Europe relatively recently, this plant is traditionally used for circulatory problems. The flavonoid component is thought to posses hepatoprotector qualities while the saponin elements have a vasodilator action.
➥ Pharmacopoeia and Other Monographs
ESCOP 1997