Ambrette Herb Information, Ambrette benefit, side effects

Scientific Name: Abelmoschus moschatus syn Hibiscus abelmoschus

Medicinal Uses of Ambrette Herb

Ambrette Herb is considered to be stimulant and aromatic.
Used to relax spasms (especially in the digestive tract).
Taken as a digestive.

Ambrette Herb used externally for cramps, poor circulation and aching joints.

Seeds are steeped in vegetable oil for external use (caution: photosensitivity).

Emulsion from the seeds is used as an anti-spasmodic.
Seeds made into emulsion with milk for itch.

In Egypt the Ambrette Herb seeds are chewed for digestive difficulty, as a nervine, and as a breath freshner.