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Helichrysum odoratissimum botanical info and general description.

Helichrysum odoratissimumBotanical Name: Helichrysum odoratissimum (Asteraceae)

Common Names: Imphepho, Kooigoed

Active Constituents: Chalcone; Helichrysetin

Botanical description: Helichrysum odoratissimum

Helichrysum odoratissimum is classified as a perennial herb or shrublet. It has densely aromatic hairy or woolen leaves and persistent flower heads.

What differentiates this species from the other is the shape and size of leaves and flower heads.

Helichrysum odoratissimum Historical and Shamanic Use:

The smoke of Helichrysum odoratissimum is inhaled as part of local shamanic ritual or used as a ritual incense to drive away evil spirits. Imphepho has been used to treat numerous diseases that are often ascribed to the working of these aforementioned spirits. Namely: Coughs, Colds, Fever, Infections and Headaches.

The smoke of Imphepho is sedative and good for insomnia.

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