Acorus calamus (also called sweet flag, sway or muskrat root, among many common names) is a species of flowering plant with psychoactive chemicals. It is a tall wetland monocot of the family Acoraceae, in the genus Acorus. 50gms
Calamus root has a pungent aroma, the flavor being initially sweet, similar to a mixture of cinnamon, nutmeg and ginger with a bitter aftertaste. There seems to be little argument that calamus or 'sweet flag', as it is often called, is a native to the mountain marshes of India.
Acorales. In Acorales. Acorus calamus (sweet flag) occurs in the wetlands of North America and from India to Indonesia. Other species are distributed in temperate areas in Asia and Europe, where they are often found at pond margins or along fast-moving streams.
The rhizomes of sweet flag (Acorus calamus) are used for numerous medicinal purposes. The herb is used both internally as well as externally.
In Korea, there is a tradition to wash hair in water infused with sweet flag to enable lustrous hair and prevent hair loss. Sweet flag is also known as bacha. The main ingredient of sweet flag extract is asarone that has anti-bacterial effect
Health Benefits of Sweet Flag
Stomach disorders. Sweet flag gives instant relief in stomach problems. ...
Stimulate the Blood Circulation. Calamus root helps to stimulate the blood circulation. ...
Combats Tobacco Addiction. ...
Mouth disorders. ...
Treat Insomnia. ...
Helps in increasing appetite. ...
Cough & Fever. ...
Skin disorders.
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