Orris
Scientific names: Iris pallida, Iris junonia, Iris germanica, Iris germanica var. florentina, Iris florentina
Family: Iridaceae
Alternate names: Blue Flag, Daggers, Flag Lily, Flaggon, Fliggers, Florentine Iris, Gladyne, Iris, Iris d'Allemagne, Iris de Florence, Iris des Jardins, Jacob's Sword, Lirio Azul, Liver Lily, Myrtle Flower, Poison Flag, Rhizoma Iridis, Segg, Sheggs, Snake Lily, Water Flag, White Dragon Flower, Wild Iris, Yellow Flag, Yellow Iris
Background
Orris root comes from two different species of iris, Iris pallida and Iris germanica. It is sometimes used to make medicine.
Orris root is generally used in combination with other herbs and can be found in homeopathic dilutions and tea preparations. Orris contains many chemicals, but it's not clear how it might work in the body.
People use orris root for conditions such as bad breath, bronchitis, wound healing, and joint pain, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.
Orris root is generally used in combination with other herbs and can be found in homeopathic dilutions and tea preparations. Orris contains many chemicals, but it's not clear how it might work in the body.
People use orris root for conditions such as bad breath, bronchitis, wound healing, and joint pain, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.
Safety Safety definitions
When taken by mouth: Orris root is likely safe in the small amounts used as a flavoring ingredient in foods. But there isn't enough reliable information to know if orris root that has been dried and peeled is safe to use. And it is possibly unsafe to use the fresh plant juice or root. It can cause severe irritation of the mouth, as well as stomach pain, vomiting, and bloody diarrhea.
When applied to the skin: There isn't enough reliable information to know if orris root that has been dried and peeled is safe to use. But it is possibly unsafe to use the fresh plant juice or root. It can cause severe skin irritation. Orris root might also cause an allergic reaction in some people.
When applied to the skin: There isn't enough reliable information to know if orris root that has been dried and peeled is safe to use. But it is possibly unsafe to use the fresh plant juice or root. It can cause severe skin irritation. Orris root might also cause an allergic reaction in some people.
Special Precautions & Warnings:
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There isn't enough reliable information to know if orris root is safe to use when pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.Effectiveness
Effective Effectiveness definitions
There is interest in using orris root for a number of purposes, but there isn't enough reliable information to say whether it might be helpful.
Dosing & administration
There isn't enough reliable information to know what an appropriate dose of orris root might be. Keep in mind that natural products are not always necessarily safe and dosages can be important. Be sure to follow relevant directions on product labels and consult a healthcare professional before using.
Interactions with pharmaceuticals
It is not known if Orris interacts with any medicines. Before taking Orris, talk with your healthcare professional if you take any medications.
Interactions with herbs & supplements
There are no known interactions with herbs and supplements.
Interactions with foods
There are no known interactions with foods.
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