Tarragon Medicinal Uses

Tarragon Medicinal Uses is well documented by the Greeks, the Romans, the English, Arabs and Asians.  Tarragon (Artemisia dracunculus) is a perennial herb with long, thin leaves, is native to Central Asia (mainly Siberia) and can reach  a height of 40 to 150 cm.

Tarragon Medicinal Uses Overview

• Tarragon is excellent to stimulate your appetite and digestion, thanks to vitamin C.
• It also appears very effective in case of bloating and stomach pain.
• It is recommended in cases of light constipation and is also a good diuretic.
• In case of intestinal parasites, tarragon acts as an excellent dewormer and filters out parasites.
• For women experiencing amenorrhea or delay in menstruation, tarragon helps bring the menses back.
• In case of muscle spasms, tarragon has very good antispasmodic properties since it acts on the nervous system. It can also soothe painful joints and cramps.
• For sleeping disorders, tarragon helps with insomnia and helps reduce feelings of depression, tension and anxiety.
• Tarragon can also decrease pain due to sore throat or dental pain. For that, simply chew tarragon leaves.
• Tarragon contains antioxidants that protect the body from free radicals, and hinder appearance of cardiovascular diseases, cancers and cell ageing.
• External use of tarragon essential oil demonstrates anti-inflammatory and anti-allergy properties.
• Tarragon essential oil can clear hives and dermatitis, simply by massaging it over the impacted areas.
• Preventive treatment against respiratory allergies, like hay fever, as tarragon lowers the body’s histamine production, a molecule produced by the body that triggers symptoms related to allergy.
• Russian tarragon has been shown to be incredibly beneficial at supporting and balancing out healthy glucose and insulin levels in the body which is a great benefit for diabetes

Tarragon Herbal Preparations

Parts Used: The leaves of the plant is used – fresh or dried.

• Infusions
• Dried
• Oil

Tarragon Herbal Recipes

Tarragon leaf infusion

Let a few leaves steep in boiling water for 10 to 15 minutes. Drink all day long to purify the body and take advantage of tarragon’s health benefits.