Yucca

Species Name: Many Yucca species names.

Also known as: Adam's Needle, Bear Grass, Dagger Plant, Joshua Tree, Mohave Yucca, Our-Lord's-Candle, Soapweed, Spanish Bayonet.

What is Yucca? Yucca is an herb that comes from the leaves of the plant and flower stalks of 30 related shrubs.

They grow mainly in desert areas of America. The large leaves stay green all year and the flowers the plant produce bloom on tall spikes.

The roots are not used in the herb because they can be toxic. The roots can harm small animals.

The Native Americans used this plant for baskets, soap, juice and more.

Home Remedies using Yucca:

Benefits of Yucca:

There have been no control human tests done for this herb. But there have been some limited animals tests that have suggested a few benefits of this herb.

It might be able to be used in treating cardiovascular conditions and high cholesterol levels. Yucca has been known to treat arthritis and related ailments.

In some studies yucca has been show to help with mild pain, stiffness and swelling.

Uses of Yucca:

It might be used for high cholesterol. To help with the pain of arthritis, you can also take this for mild pain and stiffness.

It can also be used to stop minor bleeding of cuts. Also it can be used on bits from insects and sunburns.

Some reports even stay that it can be used to treat dandruff and it can also be used for a good soap or shampoo substitute.

You can find this herb in capsules, tablets or liquid. Make sure that you only take this for only three months at a time.

You should also make sure that you check the strength of the herb before taking it. You can also find yucca in gels or creams to apply to skin when needed.

Side Effects and Warning of Yucca:

So far there have been no cases of any humans having any problems with this herb.

Though there have been reports of the root of the yucca to be harmful to insects and small animals. As for side effects there are a few.

A bitter taste in the mouth, irritated mouth or throat, nausea and upset stomach and vomiting. If you are using it on your skin, sometimes it can irritate the cuts even more.

Make sure you check with your doctor before deciding to use this herb.