Why We Should Use Herbal Medicine

The root of this stunning yellow flower contains a powerful antiseptic called helenin. Chemically it resembles camphor. To make a tea simmer an ounce of the root in a pint of water for ten minutes. Cool. To help regulate menstruation and to overcome the effects of an obstinate old cough, use one to two tablespoons several times a day. Elecampane root was once made into lozenges to help overcome coughs.