Synonyms The ivy has the Latin name Hedera helix. It is also called Rankenefeu, wintergreen, wall fire, carpet, death tendril and tree shrike. Synonyms in a broader senseHealing plant, medicinal herb, herbal medicine, phytotherapy Definition Ivy The ivy comes from the Araliceae family and has the Latin name hedera helix. It climbs up walls and … Ivy or Hedera helix
Production The dried leaves of the non-flowering ivy are used medicinally. Mainly aqueous-alcoholic dry extracts are produced. Pharmacologically, the ivy leaves contain active ingredients such as flavonoids, triterpene saponins, sterols, polyins and essential oils. The extracts obtained from the ivy leaves are contained in many juices, drops or suppositories. The ivy is considered poisonous. A … Production | Ivy or Hedera helix
Presentation and dosage Ivy preparations are offered exclusively in ready-to-use preparations. They consist of aqueous-alcoholic dry extracts. In addition to solid forms such as effervescent tablets, tablets and suppositories, liquid preparations such as drops or juice for the treatment of respiratory diseases, especially in children, can also be obtained from pharmacies. Drops containing alcohol must … Presentation and dosage | Ivy or Hedera helix
