White Pond Lilly

What is White Pond Lily?

White Pond Lily is a plant found in ponds. Its flowers and rhizomes have been used by Native Americans for centuries for their medicinal properties. It was mainly used as a sedative to reduce the sexual activity or sleep disorder.

The dried root and rhizome of the white water lily have been taken by mouth to treat gastrointestinal, genital, and bronchial conditions. The leaves and roots have also been used externally, as infusions to treat lesions and inflammation associated with mucous membranes, and as poultices to treat a variety of dermatological conditions.

Some of the medicinal properties of white water lily may be attributed to its reported antibiotic and astringent properties, which may be the result of tannic and gallic acids found in the plant tissue.

Side Effects and Warnings of White Pond Lily

Before using White Pond Lily, ensure that you are not allergic to it. If you are pregnant or breast feeding, it is also not recommended due to lack of scientific evidence on its benefits.

Since it is a hallucinogen, it can interfere with the effects of drugs of the central nervous system, anti-depressants, pain relievers and other drugs which your health care provider should inform you about.

All in all, never use White Pond Lily supplements without consulting your doctor.

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