Primrose Oil

Species Name: Primula.

Also known as: Evening primrose oil, Oenthera biennis, tree primrose, sundrop.

The primrose oil is taken form the primrose plant which is referred to as a biennial plant.

What this means is that it takes anywhere from one to two years for this plant to fully develop.

After this time many parts of the plant can be used for medical purposes.

There are some precautions recommended when using primrose oil that you should be aware of.

For instance, anyone with epilepsy or taking medications for this drug should not use the primrose oil.

It has also been know to interact with aspirin, inflammatory drugs and warfarin.

What is Primrose Oil? Primrose oil is found in the seeds of the evening primrose plant.

This plant is located in North America.

The Native Americans used this plant (which was considered a weed) for food for many centuries because you could eat the roots, flowers and leaves of this plant and it grew abundantly.

The bark and leaves of this plant can also be peeled off the stem to be placed in the sun to dry out and used for other types of remedies.

The root and flowers can be used in the same manner. In some countries the root is used for food and in France it is sometimes used for extra trimmings for salads.

Although the evening primrose first originated in North America it can now be found in Italy, Europe and England.

Many English grow this plant in their gardens. It produces a bright yellow flower that has a very nice fragrance.

Home remedies using Primrose Oil:

Benefits and Uses of Primrose Oil:

The primrose oil is believed to help lower cholesterol and help to reduce blood clots, which makes it good for reducing the risk of heart attacks.

Many people use it to help with premenstrual syndrome and it is even believed that this oil can help to decrease symptoms of cystic breast disease.

The oil from this herb has also been used for treating the whooping cough and asthma.

Other uses for primrose oil include:

  • To help with digestion
  • Reduce inflammation
  • Lowering cholesterol
  • Eczema
  • Sedative
  • Teas
  • Drops

Side Effects of Primrose Oil:

Primrose oil has been known to cause nausea and indigestion.

Some people have reported having headaches after using this herb and it is possible for it to cause you to have loose stools.