Helianthus Annus (Sunflower) Homeopathy Mother Tincture

Common Name: Sunflower (Helianthus Annuus)

Hindi Name: Surajmukhi, Hurduja

Homeopathic Name: Helianthus Annuus – Mother Tincture

Therapeutic Overview

Highly Effective for: Blood thickening disorders
Effective in: Aging, Alcoholic Liver Disease (ALD), Ascaris infection

Primary Actions

Properties: Alkaline, Analgesic, Anti-inflammatory

Key Nutrients: Purines (most effective), Magnesium, Potassium, Alpha Amyrin, Alpha Pinene, Alpha Terpinene

Clinical Indications: Intermittent fever, coryza, catarrh, nasal bleeding, black stools, vomiting, dryness of mouth and pharynx, rheumatic knee pain, and spleen disorders. Externally acts as a vulnerary like Arnica and Calendula.

Medicinal Benefits of Sunflower

Heart Health: Low in sodium and rich in Vitamin E, Sunflower supports cardiovascular function, reduces free radical damage, and lowers heart attack risk.

Cancer Protection: Boosts immunity and helps prevent breast, prostate, and colon cancers due to its antioxidant compounds.

Joint & Arthritis Relief: Vitamin E’s anti-inflammatory properties help manage osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.

Cholesterol Control: Rich in monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats with dietary fiber that lowers bad cholesterol and supports digestion.

Digestive Health: Dietary fibers aid digestion, prevent constipation, and support gut balance.

Bone & Muscle Strength: Contains Magnesium and Calcium that strengthen bones, relax muscles, and support joint flexibility.

Mental Health: Tryptophan in sunflower helps produce serotonin, easing tension and improving mood. Choline enhances memory and cognitive function.

Skin Health: Copper aids melanin formation, protecting skin from UV damage. Beta-carotene and fatty acids reduce wrinkles and aging signs, keeping skin soft and radiant.

Hair Growth: Promotes blood circulation to the scalp, nourishing follicles and stimulating hair growth.

Homeopathic Indications (Helianthus Annuus)

• Relieves coryza, catarrh, and nasal bleeding with thick scabs.
• Effective in vomiting, black stools, dryness of mouth and pharynx.
• Acts on spleen and stomach in nausea and congestion.
• Externally useful for wound healing (like Arnica and Calendula).

Available in Helianthus Annuus Dilution (6C, 30C, 200C, 1M) and medicated pills.

Boericke Materia Medica – Key Highlights

• Chronic Fevers: Reduces long-standing fever tendencies.
• Nose: Relieves catarrh, bleeding, and scab formation.
• Mouth/Throat: Eases dryness, stiffness, and congestion.
• Stomach: Controls nausea, vomiting, and black stools; benefits spleen enlargement.
• Extremities: Relieves rheumatic pain in left knee, better by motion.
• Skin: Redness, heat, urticarial pimples, and itching; helps wound healing.
• Modalities: Worse from heat; better after vomiting.

Side Effects

No known side effects. Safe with allopathic or ayurvedic medicines; does not interfere with other treatments.

Recommended Dosage

Dosage varies by age and condition. Generally, 3–5 drops 2–3 times daily, or as directed by a physician. Chronic cases may require less frequent dosing (weekly or monthly). Always follow medical advice.