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Maidenhair Fern Also known as- Adiantum capillus-veneris. Introduction The maidenhair fern is a woodland fern often used as a houseplant. It is easily recognized by its fan-shaped leaflets and dark black stems. The seventeenth century English herbalist Culpepper noted that maidenhead ferns were "rarely used, but very good to prevent the falling off of the hair and to make it grow thick, being boiled in water or lye and the head washed with it." Constituents Mucilage. Parts Used Dried leaves and leaf fragments. Typical Preparations Traditionally used as a tea, sometimes available in tea bags; seldom found in capsule or extract form. Summary Maidenhead ferns contain soothing mucilages relieve inflammation caused by or associated with: • Bladder gravel • Bronchitis • Coughs and colds • Kidney stones • Liver problems • Shortness of breath • Sore throat Teas made with the herb are mildly laxative. Precautions Don't use ferns you have gathered yourself unless you are absolutely certain they are the species you intend to use. Other ferns may be toxic.   View Cart/Check Out Privacy Policy   |   Return Policy   |  Ordering Information   |  International Orders   |  Quality Control Products Index     |    A Modern Herbal     |    Botanical.com Copyright © 2000-2008 Botanical.com customerservice@mountainroseherbs.com