Acorus calamus (also called sweet flag, sway or muskrat root, among many other common names [3]) is a species of flowering plant with psychoactive chemicals. It is a tall wetland monocot of the family Acoraceae, in the genus Acorus.

2024年5月2日 · Calamus (also known as sweet flag, bitter pepper root, Rat root, sweet cane, myrtle grass, and sweet sedge) is a perennial herb with tall, hard, and sharp leaves, as well as a knobby rhizome that is often used in herbal medicines.

Rat Root (also called sweet flag, wikkaii or weegas). This Manitoba-harvested species (Acorus americanus) is free of the carcinogenic that is found in the root imported from India and Asia. Within the Native American community Rat Root has a pain relieving effect and was effective in fighting off colds, coughs, upset stomachs and fevers.

This episode looks at the Rat Root. Teton-Dakota warriors chewed the root to a paste, which are rubbed in their faces. It is believed to prevent the excitement and fear when facing an enemy. People Potawatomi powder of the dried root and this placed in the nose to cure colds.

Calamus (Acorus calamus) is a grass-like plant found in swamps and near rivers. It has a long history of use in Ayurvedic and traditional Chinese medicine. There are four different types of...

Rajput 2014 Oral treatment with aqueous extracts derived from A. calamus roots prevented memory deficits and stress through controlled oxidative stress and inflammation processes in male Wistar rats. Higher doses (600 mg/kg) resulted in better performance in terms of less memory impairment, suggesting dose-dependent efficacy.

2024年7月23日 · Indigenous cultures in North America have long used Calamus Root, often referred to as Rat Root, in their healing practices to treat fever, flu, and other common illnesses. This rich history and wide range of uses underscore the cultural significance of Calamus Root across the globe.

Aka rat root to many Native Americans. Possibly introduced from Asia millenia ago. Apparently the A Americanus species exists in Buryats region near Baikal. The flavor of the leaves is Dr. Pepper.

2025年4月8日 · Often called Rat Root, Calamus has been used by Native Americans historically for a wide variety of purposes. Many tribes prepared Calamus Root as a tea or decoction to treat colds, coughs, bronchitis, and sore throats. It was especially helpful for clearing congestion and easing flu-like symptoms.

2019年5月6日 · Vacha is a semi aquatic perennial herb with strongly aromatic roots and long lesser aromatic leaves. The aroma is used for making perfumes. Acorus calamus is universally known for correcting mental problems especially linked with drug over dosage and memory.