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Mimosa

Here in the south, mimosa trees are everywhere. When they are in bloom, their bright pink flowers dress up nearly every roadside. For as long as I can remember, they have been considered a nuisance, but their health benefits are quite impressive.

The mimosa is known for its ability to enhance mood, and is known as the "tree of happiness". Studies have shown it has a positive effect on memory and the nervous systems. It is also beneficial for sinus problems, urinary problems, and even hemorrhoids. That would make anybody happy!

Caution

Because of its mood-enhancing properties, people with bipolar disorder may experience mania, especially when using the bark for tea. Use with caution.

Herbal Energetics

Parts Used

Whole plant, leaves, roots

Temperature

Cooling

Moisture

Moistening

Tone

Relaxing

Taste

Sweet

Common Preparations

Tea, tincture

Medicinal Properties

Adaptogenic (helps our bodies adapt to stress)
Anti-asthmatic (protects from asthma)
Antibacterial (inhibits growth of bacteria)
Anticonvulsant (inhibits convulsions)
Analgesic (relieves pain)
Antidepressant (combats depression)
Anti-infertility (improves reproductive health)
Antivenom (counteracts toxic effects of venom)
Diuretic (stimulates urine to remove fluids from the body)
Sedative (reduces activity of the nervous system)

Benefits

Aphrodisiac
Relieves pain
Helps with depression
Protects from asthma
Helps with sinus problems
Relaxes the nervous system
Helps with fluid retention
Relieves symptoms of dysentery
Helps with urinary problems
Relieves hemorrhoids
Protects the adrenal glands
Promotes natural relaxation of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis
Helps the body easily switch between sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems

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Resources

1) Gupta, R., Ahmad, H., Sehgal, S., & Mishra, A. (2012). Mimosa pudica L. (Laajvanti): An overview. Pharmacognosy Reviews/Bioinformatics Trends/Pharmacognosy Review, 6(12), 115. https://doi.org/10.4103/0973-7847.99945
2) Patro, G., Bhattamisra, S. K., & Mohanty, B. K. (2016, December 1). Effects of Mimosa pudica L. leaves extract on anxiety, depression and memory. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5206927/#sec7
3) Herbs, H. (2024, July 17). Mimosa (Albizia julibrissin). Heilbron Herbs. https://heilbronherbs.com/blogs/journal/mimosa-albizia-julibrissin

MEDICAL DISCLAIMER

Cynthia A. Barrington is not a physician and the relationship between her and her clients is not as prescriber and patient but as educator and client. This content is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice or to take the place of such advice or treatment from a personal physician. It is fully the client's choice whether or not to take advantage of the information Cynthia presents. Naturopathy, homeopathy, flower essences, and any other recommendations do not "treat" illnesses; they address the entire person as a matter of wholeness that is an educational process, not a medical one. In order to be treated or diagnosed, Cynthia believes the advice of a holistic physician is in order. Never stop taking prescription medications without first consulting your physician. Consult your physician before starting a fitness program or taking supplements.

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