Medicinal Plants : Allium macleani

Name

Salep Orchid

Biological Name

Orchis mascula, Allium Macleani, Orchis latifolia, Orchis laxiflora

Other Names

Salep Orchid, Salam-mishri, Salabmishri

Parts Used

Root

Medicinal Applications

Actions

Restorative, invigorative, tonic

Uses

diabetes
diarrhea
dysentery
hemiplegia
paralysis
general weakness
impotence
nervous or sexual debility
wasting diseases

Description

This herb is found in Iran and Afghanistan.

Dosage

One teaspoon of powdered root to one cup of boiled milk

Safety

Avoid chilies, acids, very spicy foods, intoxicants, staying awake through the night, and sexual acts, when taking this herb.

No other information about the safety of this herb is available.
Use caution. Ayurvedic herbs are often taken in combination with others to neutralize the toxicity one herb with the opposing effect of other. Do not take except under the supervision of a qualified professional.