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The name of the fumitory plant could be derived from either of two facts. First, when the plant is cut or mashed, it makes anyone shed tears like smoke. Second, its sterling-grey leaves resemble the smoke of a fire, while the flowers seem like the fire itself. It has been successfully used since Dioscorides (1st century A.D.).
The whole fumitory plant contains flavonic substances with antispasmodic and choleretic properties; potassium salts, to which it owes its diuretic and depurative properties; and several alkaloids derived from the isoquinoline (fumarine), which give the plant antihistaminic (histamines play an essential role in allergic reactions) and anti-inflammatory properties.
Moreover, the fumitory contains bitter principles and mucilage. It has the following indications:
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