Exam Revision

Question 1

What is the scientific name, What is the scientific name, family and parts used of ___?

Answer 1

1.
2.
3.

Question 2

Name 5 actions and 3 indications of ____

Answer 2

1.

2.

Question 3

Name contraindications of ____

Question 4

Key constituents in____ and how they present.

Question 5

What is the scientific name, family and parts used of Artichoke?

Answer 5

1. Cyanara cardunculus var. scolymus
2. Asteraceae
3. Leaves, flowerheads and roots

Question 6

Name 5 actions and 3 indications of Cyanara cardunculus var scolymus

Answer 6

1 - cholagogue, hepato-protective, detoxifier, antioxidant, cardiotonic
2- digestive system - Liver and gallbladder conditions, Cardiovascular system - lowers cholesterol

Question 7

Name contraindications of Cyanara cardunculus var scolymus

Answer 7

Asteraceae - caution with allergies to family
Caution with pregnant and lactating (Cynarase milk curdling enzyme)
Do not use with gallstones or obstruction in biliary tract

Question 8

Key constituents in Cyanara cardunculus var scolymus and how they present.

Answer 8

Cynarase (milk curdling enzyme)

Question 9

What is the scientific name, What is the scientific name, family and parts used of Borage?

Answer 9

1. Borago officinalis
2. Boraginaceae
3. Leaf, flower, seed oil

Question 10

Name 5 actions and 3 indications of Borago officinalis

Answer 10

1. Expectorant, hormone regulator, anti-inflammatory, diuretic, emollient
2. Adrenal fatigue, coughs, anxiety and stress, reproductive issues

Question 11

Name contraindications of Borago officinalis

Answer 11

Avoid excessive or prolonged ingestion (bc of Pyrrolizidine alkaloids
Avoid in pregnancy and breastfeeding

Question 12

Key constituents in Borago officinalis and how they present. (2)

Answer 12

Pyrrolizidine alkaloids (hepatotoxic)
Seed oil contains Gamma-linolenic acid (good for arthritic symptoms)

Question 13

What is the scientific name, What is the scientific name, family and parts used of Calendula?

Answer 13

1. Calendula officinalis
2. Asteraceae
3. Flowers, aerial parts

Question 14

Name 5 actions and 3 indications of Calendula officinalis

Answer 14

1. anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial, astringent, anti-fungal, vulnerary
2. Skin - eczema, wounds, burns
   Urinary - cystitis

Question 15

Name contraindications of ____

Question 16

What is the scientific name, What is the scientific name, family and parts used of Centaury?

Answer 16

1. Centaurium erythraea
2. Gentianaceae
3. Aerial parts

Question 17

Name 5 actions and 3 indications of Centaurium erthraea

Answer 17

1. Bitter, aromatic, mild nervine, gastric stimulant, diaphoretic
2. Digestive issues - anorexia, sluggish digestion, dyspepsia

Question 18

Name contraindications of Centaurium erythraea

Answer 18

Pregnancy and peptic ulcers

Question 19

Key constituents in Centaurium erythraea

Answer 19

Bitter constitents

Question 20

What is the scientific name, What is the scientific name, family and parts used of Chamomile?

Answer 20

1. Chamaemelum nobile (Roman)
   Matricaria Chamomilla (German)
2. Asteraceae
3. Aerial parts

Question 21

Name 5 actions and 3 indications of Chamaemelum nobile and Matricaria Chamomilla

Answer 21

1. Anti-inflammatory, relaxant, stomachic, bitter, antispasmodic
   Sedative - German
   Bitter (digestive) - Roman
2. Digestive issues, hyperacidity, indigestion. Nervous system - insomnia, anxiety. Eczema

Question 22

Name contraindications of Chamaemelum nobile and Matricaria Chamomilla

Answer 22

Safe in pregnancy and children

Avoid with Asteracea allergy

Question 23

Key constituents in Chamaemelum nobile and Matricaria Chamomilla and how they present.

Answer 23

Essential oils - potent anti-inflammatory

Question 24

What is the scientific name, What is the scientific name, family and parts used of Chickweed?

Answer 24

1. Stellaria media
2. Caryophyllacea
3. Aerial parts

Question 25

Name 5 actions and 3 indications of Stellaria media

Answer 25

1. anti-inflammatory, carminative, demulcent, diuretic, expectorant 2. Skin -eczema, abscesses, burns Respiratory system - sore throats, dry coughs

Question 26

Name contraindications of Stellaria media

Answer 26

Not taken internally during pregnancy and breastfeeding. can cause diarrhoea and vomiting essential oil can be a skin irritant

Question 27

What is the scientific name, What is the scientific name, family and parts used of Chilli?

Answer 27

1. Capsicum annuum 2. Solanaceae 3. Fruit

Question 28

Name 5 actions and 3 indications of Capsicum annuum

Answer 28

1. Stimulant, carminative, tonic, diaphoretic, antimicrobial | 2. Circulatory system (e.g. poor circulation, heart failure). Gastrointestinal system

Question 29

Name contraindications of Capsicum annuum

Answer 29

Avoid with peptic ulcers, acid digestion, skin rashes, solanaceae sensitivity

Question 30

Key constituents in____ and how they present.

Question 31

What is the scientific name, What is the scientific name, family and parts used of Cleavers?

Answer 31

1. Gallium aparine 2. Rubiaceae 3. Aerial parts

Question 32

Name 5 actions and 3 indications of Gallium aparine

Answer 32

1. lymphatic, diuretic, tonic, astringent, hepatic | 2. Lymphatic system (anything effected by it) - immune system, skin (eczema, acne), digestive system

Question 33

Name contraindications of ____

Question 34

What is the scientific name, What is the scientific name, family and parts used of Cloves?

Answer 34

1. Syzygium aromaticum 2. Myrtaceae 3. unopened flower buds

Question 35

Name 5 actions and 3 indications of Syzygium aromaticum

Answer 35

1. stimulant, carminative, aromatic, antimicrobial, antiseptic 2. Digestive system - nausea, flatulance, stimulates DS. Toothache (Cloves)

Question 36

Name contraindications of Syzygium aromaticum

Answer 36

Do not use in pregnancy. Dangerous in high concentrations | Cloves

Question 37

Key constituents in Syzygium aromaticum and how they present.

Answer 37

Volatile oil (Eugenol) is carminative and supports digestion

Question 38

What is the scientific name, What is the scientific name, family and parts used of Cramp bark?

Answer 38

1. Viburnum opulus 2. Virbunaceae 3. bark

Question 39

Name 5 actions and 3 indications of Viburnum opulus

Answer 39

1. antispasmodic, nervine, sedative, astringent, relaxant 2. Reproductive system - cramps and pains over body. Circulatory system, eases digestion (cramp bark)

Question 40

Name contraindications of Viburnum opulus

Answer 40

Do not use in pregnancy or breastfeeding | cramp bark

Question 41

Key constituents in____ and how they present.

Question 42

What is the scientific name, What is the scientific name, family and parts used of Dandelion?

Answer 42

1. Taraxacum officinale 2. Asteraceae 3. Leaves and roots

Question 43

Name 5 actions and 3 indications of Taraxacum officinale

Answer 43

1. Diuretic, bitter, digestive, laxative, cholagogue 2. Kidney and liver ailments, (increases urine, stimulates liver and bile production) Digestive - stimulates digestion, encourages bowel movements skin, hormonal and joint problems

Question 44

Name contraindications of Taraxacum officinale

Answer 44

Used for gallstones and an inflamed gallbladder but not when bile duct is occluded

Question 45

Key constituents in____ and how they present.