Epimedium sagittatum
Epimedium sagittatum, also known as Epimedium or Barrenwort, is a perennial plant species belonging to the family Berberidaceae, native to China and Japan.
It has been used in traditional medicine for its health benefits, including anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant, and cardiovascular protective properties, which are believed to help lower blood pressure, improve circulation, and alleviate symptoms of menopause. The bioactive constituents of Epimedium sagittatum include flavonoids, alkaloids, and phenolic acids, such as icariin and epimedin, which are responsible for its medicinal properties.
The most common herbal preparations made with Epimedium sagittatum include capsules, tablets, and teas, as well as topical creams and ointments, which are used to treat a range of health conditions, from arthritis to erectile dysfunction.
classification
Epimedium sagittatum is classified within the family Berberidaceae. This family includes a diverse group of plants commonly known as the barberry or twinflower family. Epimedium sagittatum is further classified within the genus Epimedium, which consists of species commonly known as the barrenwort or epimedium. The genus Epimedium is native to Asia and Europe, with species often found in woodland environments. Epimedium sagittatum, specifically, is native to China and has been used in traditional medicine.medicinal uses
Epimedium sagittatum, also known as barrenwort or fairy wings, has been used in traditional medicine for its potential health benefits. It is believed to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, which may help alleviate symptoms of various health conditions. The plant's extracts have been studied for their potential to improve cardiovascular health and reduce the risk of certain diseases. However, further research is needed to confirm the efficacy and safety of using Epimedium sagittatum for medicinal purposes. Its traditional use should not be used as a substitute for professional medical advice or treatment.health benefits
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[{'property_name': 'antioxidant'}, {'property_name': 'anti-inflammatory'}, {'property_name': 'antimicrobial'}, {'property_name': 'antispasmodic'}, {'property_name': 'cardiovascular'}, {'property_name': 'antioxidative'}, {'property_name': 'anti-aging'}, {'property_name': 'androgenic'}, {'property_name': 'neuroprotective'}, {'property_name': 'immune system'}]active constituents
[{'name': 'Icariin', 'score': 3860, 'description': 'A flavonoid glycoside with estrogenic, anti-inflammatory, and vasodilatory properties.', 'concentration': 'medium', 'properties': ['antimicrobial', 'antioxidant', 'anti-inflammatory', 'vasodilator', 'cardioprotective', 'neuroprotective']}, {'name': 'Epimedin A', 'score': 2601, 'description': 'Epimedin A is a flavonoid glycoside with anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.', 'concentration': 'medium', 'properties': ['antioxidant', 'anti-inflammatory', 'vasodilator', 'cardiovascular protector']}, {'name': 'Epimedin C', 'score': 2601, 'description': 'Epimedin C is a flavonoid glycoside with antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and vasodilatory properties.', 'concentration': 'medium', 'properties': ['antioxidant', 'anti-inflammatory', 'vasodilator', 'cardioprotective']}, {'name': 'Epimedin B', 'score': 2336, 'description': 'Epimedin B is a prenylated flavonoid glycoside with antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and vasodilatory properties.', 'concentration': 'low', 'properties': ['vasodilator', 'antioxidant', 'anti-inflammatory', 'antispasmodic', 'sedative', 'antihypertensive']}, {'name': 'Phenolic acids', 'score': 2232, 'description': 'Phenolic acids are flavonoid compounds with antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties, possessing free radical scavenging activity and inhibiting enzymes involved in inflammation and oxidative stress.', 'concentration': 'medium', 'properties': ['antioxidant', 'anti-inflammatory', 'antimicrobial', 'analgesic', 'anticancer', 'antioxidative', 'antioxidizing', 'free radical scavenger', 'pro-oxidant', 'vasodilatory', 'lipid peroxidation inhibitor']}, {'name': 'Saponins', 'score': 1751, 'description': 'Saponins are bioactive compounds found in Epimedium sagittatum, possessing anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and immunomodulatory properties.', 'concentration': 'medium', 'properties': ['antimicrobial', 'antioxidant', 'anti-inflammatory', 'vasodilatory', 'cardioactive']}, {'name': 'Flavonoids', 'score': 1326, 'description': 'A group of compounds found in Epimedium sagittatum, known for their antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and vasodilatory properties.', 'concentration': 'high', 'properties': ['antimicrobial', 'antioxidant', 'anti-inflammatory', 'vasodilatory', 'cardioprotective', 'antiviral', 'anti-cancer']}, {'name': 'Alkaloids', 'score': 296, 'description': 'Alkaloids from Epimedium sagittatum have been reported to possess antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and cardiotonic properties.', 'concentration': 'medium', 'properties': ['antimicrobial', 'antioxidant', 'anti-inflammatory', 'vasodilator', 'antispasmodic']}, {'name': 'Kaempferol', 'score': 288, 'description': 'Kaempferol is a flavonoid with antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and neuroprotective properties.', 'concentration': 'low', 'properties': ['antimicrobial', 'antioxidant', 'anti-inflammatory', 'anticancer', 'antiviral', 'antibacterial', 'cardioprotective', 'neuroprotective']}, {'name': 'Quercetin', 'score': 288, 'description': 'Quercetin is a polyphenolic flavonoid with antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-cancer properties.', 'concentration': 'low', 'properties': ['antimicrobial', 'antioxidant', 'anti-inflammatory', 'analgesic', 'antiviral', 'anticancer', 'cardioprotective', 'neuroprotective', 'vasodilator']}, {'name': 'Epimedine', 'score': 140, 'description': 'Epimedine is an alkaloid that exhibits vasodilatory and spasmolytic properties.', 'concentration': 'low', 'properties': ['antioxidant', 'anti-inflammatory', 'vasodilator', 'cardiovascular']}, {'name': 'Isorhapontigenin', 'score': 112, 'description': 'Isorhapontigenin is a lignan constituent of Epimedium sagittatum with antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and neuroprotective properties.', 'concentration': 'low', 'properties': ['antimicrobial', 'antioxidant', 'anti-inflammatory', 'analgesic']}, {'name': 'Terpenoids', 'score': 110, 'description': 'Terpenoids from Epimedium sagittatum have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and immunomodulatory properties.', 'concentration': 'low', 'properties': ['antimicrobial', 'antioxidant', 'anti-inflammatory', 'anticancer', 'antiviral', 'analgesic']}, {'name': 'Coumarins', 'score': 80, 'description': 'Coumarins are a type of lignan with anticoagulant and anti-inflammatory properties.', 'concentration': 'medium', 'properties': ['antimicrobial', 'antioxidant', 'anti-inflammatory', 'anticancer', 'antiviral']}, {'name': 'Ampelopsin', 'score': 69, 'description': 'Ampelopsin is a lignan, a type of polyphenol, found in Epimedium sagittatum.', 'concentration': 'low', 'properties': ['antimicrobial', 'antioxidant', 'anti-inflammatory']}, {'name': 'Triterpenoids', 'score': 51, 'description': 'Triterpenoids, found in Epimedium sagittatum, possess anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and neuroprotective properties.', 'concentration': 'low', 'properties': ['Antioxidant', 'Anti-inflammatory', 'Analgesic', 'Neuroprotective', 'Antimicrobial', 'Cardioprotective']}, {'name': 'Glycosides', 'score': 48, 'description': 'Glycosides found in Epimedium sagittatum are compounds that have diuretic, anti-inflammatory and spasmolytic properties.', 'concentration': 'medium', 'properties': ['antimicrobial', 'antioxidant', 'anti-inflammatory', 'vasodilatory']}, {'name': 'Bergamottin', 'score': 28, 'description': 'Bergamottin is a furanocoumarin compound found in Epimedium sagittatum, exhibiting antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties', 'concentration': 'low', 'properties': ['Antimicrobial', 'Antioxidant', 'Anti-inflammatory', 'Anticancer', 'Antiviral', 'Pain relief']}, {'name': 'Naringenin', 'score': 28, 'description': 'A flavonoid with anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and neuroprotective properties.', 'concentration': 'low', 'properties': ['antioxidant', 'anti-inflammatory', 'antimicrobial', 'anticancer', 'antioxidant', 'antiproliferative', 'analgesic', 'vasodilator']}, {'name': 'Berberine', 'score': 28, 'description': 'Berberine is a yellow-colored alkaloid with antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties.', 'concentration': 'low', 'properties': ['antimicrobial', 'antioxidant', 'anti-inflammatory', 'antibacterial', 'antiviral', 'antifungal', 'antidiabetic', 'antiarrhythmic', 'cardioprotective', 'anticancer', 'antiparasitic']}]medicinal parts
[{'name': 'leaves', 'mentions': 19, 'presence_score': 9.5, 'health_score': 7.65, 'usage_score': 7.95, 'power_score': 6.65, 'total_score': 7.54, 'constituents': ['Icariin', 'Icariside', 'Epimedin A', 'Epimedin B', 'Epimedin C', 'Bergapten', 'Sesquiterpenoids', 'Phenolic glycosides', 'Saponins', 'Flavonoids']}, {'name': 'roots', 'mentions': 19, 'presence_score': 8.5, 'health_score': 7.5, 'usage_score': 7.7, 'power_score': 7.25, 'total_score': 7.35, 'constituents': ['Icariin', 'Epimedin A', 'Epimedin B', 'Epimedin C', 'Benzylbenzoate', 'Saponins', 'Stachydrine', 'Icaridin', 'Magnoflorine', 'Caffeic acid']}, {'name': 'rhizomes', 'mentions': 19, 'presence_score': 8.35, 'health_score': 7.85, 'usage_score': 7.15, 'power_score': 7.5, 'total_score': 7.33, 'constituents': ['Icariin', 'Bergapten', 'Epimedoside', 'Epimedin A', 'Epimedin B', 'Epimedin C', 'Magnoflorine', 'Orientoside', 'Sagittatoside', 'Epimedoside B']}, {'name': 'flowers', 'mentions': 19, 'presence_score': 8.2, 'health_score': 7.2, 'usage_score': 5.65, 'power_score': 5.9, 'total_score': 6.4, 'constituents': ['Icariin', 'Epimedin A', 'Epimedin B', 'Epimedin C', 'Bergaptene', 'Ampelopsin', 'Icaridoside', 'Nortriterpenoids', 'Epimedoside', 'Quercetin']}, {'name': 'seeds', 'mentions': 15, 'presence_score': 1.0, 'health_score': 1.25, 'usage_score': 0.65, 'power_score': 1.4, 'total_score': 0.81, 'constituents': ['Epimedin A', 'Epimedin B', 'Epimedin C', 'Icariin', 'Saponins', 'Ampelopsin', 'Quercetin', 'Kaempferol', 'Isorhapontigenin', 'Naringenin']}, {'name': 'stems', 'mentions': 11, 'presence_score': 1.65, 'health_score': 1.4, 'usage_score': 0.65, 'power_score': 1.3, 'total_score': 0.69, 'constituents': ['Icariin', 'Bergapten', 'Sagittatin', 'Epimedine', 'Epifedrine', 'Epimedin A', 'Epimedin B', 'Epimedin C', 'Flavonoids', 'Phenolic acids']}, {'name': 'fruits', 'mentions': 4, 'presence_score': 0.2, 'health_score': 0.2, 'usage_score': 0.15, 'power_score': 0.2, 'total_score': 0.04, 'constituents': ['alkaloids', 'flavonoids', 'glycosides', 'phenolic acids', 'sesquiterpenoids', 'saponins', 'stilbenes', 'steroids', 'terpenoids', 'volatile oils']}]herbal preparations
[{'preparation_name': 'tincture', 'preparation_mentions': 20, 'preparation_difficulty_score': 5.65, 'preparation_health_score': 8.2, 'preparation_usage_score': 7.75, 'preparation_power_score': 7.75, 'preparation_total_score': 9.78, 'preparation_image': '/images/herbs/epimedium-sagittatum-tincture.jpg', 'preparation_ailments': [{'ailment_name': 'arthritis', 'ailment_confidence_score': 9}, {'ailment_name': 'prostate', 'ailment_confidence_score': 9}, {'ailment_name': 'impotence', 'ailment_confidence_score': 8}, {'ailment_name': 'fatigue', 'ailment_confidence_score': 7}, {'ailment_name': 'incontinence', 'ailment_confidence_score': 6}, {'ailment_name': 'hypertension', 'ailment_confidence_score': 5}, {'ailment_name': 'diabetes', 'ailment_confidence_score': 4}, {'ailment_name': 'infertility', 'ailment_confidence_score': 3}, {'ailment_name': 'osteoporosis', 'ailment_confidence_score': 2}], 'preparation_list_description': 'Tincture made from this plant is used to treat low libido, erectile dysfunction, and to improve cardiovascular health by reducing blood pressure and improving blood flow.', 'preparation_parts': '', 'preparation_overview': "Epimedium sagittatum tincture is a herbal preparation used to treat a variety of conditions including arthritis, prostate issues, impotence, fatigue, incontinence, hypertension, diabetes, infertility and osteoporosis. It's one of the most commonly used herbal preparations. The tincture's most common effect is increased blood flow. It's made with the Epimedium sagittatum plant, which is also known as barrenwort or horny goat weed. The preparation is moderately difficult to make, requiring a solvent such as ethanol or glycerin to extract the active compounds from the plant.", 'preparation_recipe': ['Gather 500 grams of fresh or dried Epimedium sagittatum roots and leaves, and 1 liter of 80% ethanol or glycerin as the solvent.', 'Chop the Epimedium sagittatum roots and leaves into small pieces to increase their surface area.', 'Combine the chopped Epimedium sagittatum with the solvent in a clean glass jar, making sure that the plant material is completely submerged.', 'Steep the mixture for 2-6 weeks in a cool, dark place, shaking the jar every few days to facilitate extraction.', 'Strain the tincture through a cheesecloth or coffee filter into another clean glass container, discarding the solids and preserving the liquid tincture.']}, {'preparation_name': 'capsule', 'preparation_mentions': 19, 'preparation_difficulty_score': 6.47, 'preparation_health_score': 8.16, 'preparation_usage_score': 6.95, 'preparation_power_score': 7.68, 'preparation_total_score': 9.27, 'preparation_image': '/images/herbs/epimedium-sagittatum-capsule.jpg', 'preparation_ailments': [{'ailment_name': 'erectile dysfunction', 'ailment_confidence_score': 9}, {'ailment_name': 'prostate issues', 'ailment_confidence_score': 8}, {'ailment_name': 'low testosterone', 'ailment_confidence_score': 7}, {'ailment_name': 'osteoporosis', 'ailment_confidence_score': 6}, {'ailment_name': 'arthritis', 'ailment_confidence_score': 5}, {'ailment_name': 'fatigue', 'ailment_confidence_score': 4}], 'preparation_list_description': 'Capsule made from this plant is used to treat low libido in men, improve erectile dysfunction, and boost testosterone levels.', 'preparation_parts': '', 'preparation_overview': "Epimedium sagittatum capsule is used to treat erectile dysfunction, prostate issues, low testosterone, osteoporosis, arthritis and fatigue. It's a common herbal preparation widely used in traditional Chinese medicine. One of the most notable effects of Epimedium sagittatum capsule is its ability to increase blood flow to the pelvic area and bones. The preparation is made with Epimedium sagittatum, a plant native to Asia, which contains compounds like icariin that contribute to its medicinal properties. Making Epimedium sagittatum capsule requires some expertise as it involves a process of extracting the bioactive compounds from the plant and encapsulating them in a suitable form.", 'preparation_recipe': ['Gather Epimedium sagittatum leaves, stems, and flowers, and clean them thoroughly.', 'Dry the collected Epimedium sagittatum plant parts in a cool, well-ventilated area.', 'Grind the dried Epimedium sagittatum plant parts into a fine powder using a mortar and pestle.', 'Mix the Epimedium sagittatum powder with a suitable binding agent, such as gelatin or starch, to form a uniform mixture.', 'Fill empty gelatin capsules with the Epimedium sagittatum mixture, and seal them properly.']}, {'preparation_name': 'salve', 'preparation_mentions': 20, 'preparation_difficulty_score': 7.15, 'preparation_health_score': 7.75, 'preparation_usage_score': 4.5, 'preparation_power_score': 6.65, 'preparation_total_score': 8.68, 'preparation_image': '/images/herbs/epimedium-sagittatum-salve.jpg', 'preparation_ailments': [{'ailment_name': 'arthritis', 'ailment_confidence_score': 9}, {'ailment_name': 'hemorrhoids', 'ailment_confidence_score': 8}, {'ailment_name': 'cystitis', 'ailment_confidence_score': 6}, {'ailment_name': 'eczema', 'ailment_confidence_score': 5}, {'ailment_name': 'varicose veins', 'ailment_confidence_score': 4}, {'ailment_name': 'bruises', 'ailment_confidence_score': 3}, {'ailment_name': 'sprains', 'ailment_confidence_score': 2}, {'ailment_name': 'wounds', 'ailment_confidence_score': 1}], 'preparation_list_description': 'Salve made from this plant is used to treat osteoarthritis, joint pain, and improve sexual function in menopausal women and those with erectile dysfunction.', 'preparation_parts': '', 'preparation_overview': "Epimedium sagittatum salve is a herbal preparation commonly used to treat various conditions, including arthritis, hemorrhoids, cystitis, eczema, varicose veins, bruises, sprains, and wounds. This preparation is frequently used, often in traditional medicine. Its effects are largely attributed to its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. Epimedium sagittatum salve is made with the extracts of the Epimedium sagittatum plant, which contains compounds like icariin and flavonoids. The process of preparing this salve can be time-consuming and labor-intensive, requiring careful drying and extraction of the plant's active ingredients.", 'preparation_recipe': ['Gather Epimedium sagittatum roots, beeswax, coconut oil, and essential oil in a clean workspace.', 'Dry and chop the Epimedium sagittatum roots into small pieces to release their medicinal properties.', 'Combine the chopped roots with coconut oil in a saucepan and heat the mixture over low heat to create a root-infused oil.', 'Strain the root-infused oil through a cheesecloth into a clean container, discarding the solids, and add beeswax to the oil.', 'Heat the mixture over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the beeswax melts and the salve reaches a smooth consistency.']}, {'preparation_name': 'tea', 'preparation_mentions': 19, 'preparation_difficulty_score': 1.84, 'preparation_health_score': 6.53, 'preparation_usage_score': 8.32, 'preparation_power_score': 4.74, 'preparation_total_score': 6.78, 'preparation_image': '/images/herbs/epimedium-sagittatum-tea.jpg', 'preparation_ailments': [{'ailment_name': 'prostate issues', 'ailment_confidence_score': 10}, {'ailment_name': 'impotence', 'ailment_confidence_score': 9}, {'ailment_name': 'osteoporosis', 'ailment_confidence_score': 9}, {'ailment_name': 'arthritis', 'ailment_confidence_score': 8}, {'ailment_name': 'high blood pressure', 'ailment_confidence_score': 6}, {'ailment_name': 'cardiovascular disease', 'ailment_confidence_score': 5}, {'ailment_name': 'fatigue', 'ailment_confidence_score': 4}, {'ailment_name': 'cholesterol', 'ailment_confidence_score': 3}, {'ailment_name': 'memory loss', 'ailment_confidence_score': 2}, {'ailment_name': 'kidney stones', 'ailment_confidence_score': 1}], 'preparation_list_description': 'Tea made from this plant is used for improving blood flow, reducing inflammation, and relieving symptoms of andropause, osteoporosis, and menopausal hot flashes.', 'preparation_parts': '', 'preparation_overview': "Epimedium sagittatum tea is used to treat prostate issues, impotence, osteoporosis, arthritis, high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, fatigue, cholesterol, memory loss, and kidney stones. It's a very common herbal remedy, often found in traditional Chinese medicine. One of its most common effects is increased blood flow to the pelvic area, which helps alleviate symptoms of impotence and prostate issues. This preparation is made with the leaves and stems of Epimedium sagittatum plants, which are rich in flavonoids and other bioactive compounds. The tea is easy to make by steeping the plant material in hot water, making it a convenient option for those looking for a natural remedy.", 'preparation_recipe': ['Gather 1-2 teaspoons of dried Epimedium sagittatum leaves or flowers.', 'Place the Epimedium sagittatum leaves or flowers in a tea infuser or a heat-resistant cup.', 'Boil fresh water in a kettle or on the stovetop, then pour it over the Epimedium sagittatum leaves or flowers.', 'Allow the Epimedium sagittatum leaves or flowers to steep for 5-10 minutes, depending on desired strength.', 'Strain the tea and discard the Epimedium sagittatum leaves or flowers, then serve the tea hot or iced.']}, {'preparation_name': 'suppository', 'preparation_mentions': 13, 'preparation_difficulty_score': 9.15, 'preparation_health_score': 8.38, 'preparation_usage_score': 2.46, 'preparation_power_score': 8.0, 'preparation_total_score': 6.07, 'preparation_ailments': [{'ailment_name': 'low libido', 'ailment_confidence_score': 9}, {'ailment_name': 'erectile dysfunction', 'ailment_confidence_score': 8}, {'ailment_name': 'menopause symptoms', 'ailment_confidence_score': 8}, {'ailment_name': 'anxiety', 'ailment_confidence_score': 6}, {'ailment_name': 'depression', 'ailment_confidence_score': 4}, {'ailment_name': 'insomnia', 'ailment_confidence_score': 3}, {'ailment_name': 'osteoporosis', 'ailment_confidence_score': 2}, {'ailment_name': 'bone loss', 'ailment_confidence_score': 2}], 'preparation_list_description': 'Suppository made from this plant is used to treat sexual dysfunction in women, and to improve sexual desire and performance in both men and women, and to treat menopausal symptoms.', 'preparation_parts': '', 'preparation_overview': 'Epimedium sagittatum suppository is a herbal preparation used to treat low libido, erectile dysfunction, menopause symptoms, anxiety, depression, insomnia, osteoporosis, and bone loss. It is an uncommonly used preparation due to its limited availability and lack of mainstream recognition. The suppository has an uncommon effect of increasing nitric oxide production in the body, which can lead to improved blood flow and reduced symptoms of the conditions it treats. This preparation is made with Epimedium sagittatum, also known as horny goat weed, a plant native to Asia that has been used in traditional medicine for centuries. The production of Epimedium sagittatum suppositories is a complex and challenging process, requiring skilled expertise in herbal extraction and suppository manufacturing.', 'preparation_recipe': ['Gather Epimedium sagittatum leaves, Vaseline, and a suppository mold.', 'Dry the Epimedium sagittatum leaves in a warm, well-ventilated area for several days.', 'Grind the dried Epimedium sagittatum leaves into a fine powder using a mortar and pestle.', 'Mix the Epimedium sagittatum powder with Vaseline to create a uniform paste.', 'Fill the suppository mold with the Epimedium sagittatum paste and refrigerate until set.']}, {'preparation_name': 'decoction', 'preparation_mentions': 13, 'preparation_difficulty_score': 4.69, 'preparation_health_score': 7.69, 'preparation_usage_score': 6.23, 'preparation_power_score': 6.69, 'preparation_total_score': 5.48, 'preparation_image': '/images/herbs/epimedium-sagittatum-decoction.jpg', 'preparation_ailments': [{'ailment_name': 'erectile dysfunction', 'ailment_confidence_score': 9}, {'ailment_name': 'kidney stones', 'ailment_confidence_score': 8}, {'ailment_name': 'prostate issues', 'ailment_confidence_score': 7}, {'ailment_name': 'urinary tract infections', 'ailment_confidence_score': 6}, {'ailment_name': 'hypertension', 'ailment_confidence_score': 4}, {'ailment_name': 'anxiety', 'ailment_confidence_score': 3}, {'ailment_name': 'insomnia', 'ailment_confidence_score': 2}], 'preparation_list_description': 'Decoction made from this plant is used to treat andropause, bone fractures, osteoporosis, and kidney stones, and to improve bone density and sexual function in men.', 'preparation_parts': '', 'preparation_overview': "Epimedium sagittatum decoction is used to treat erectile dysfunction, kidney stones, prostate issues, urinary tract infections, hypertension, anxiety, and insomnia. This preparation is commonly used in traditional Chinese medicine. It often causes vasodilation, which is a common effect. Epimedium sagittatum decoction is typically made with the roots and leaves of the Epimedium sagittatum plant, which are combined with other herbs in a specific ratio. The preparation's complexity level is moderate, requiring a careful balance of ingredients to achieve the desired effect.", 'preparation_recipe': ['Gather Epimedium sagittatum leaves and roots, and dry them properly.', 'Crush the dried Epimedium sagittatum leaves and roots into a fine powder.', 'Mix 1 part of the powder with 8 parts of water in a saucepan.', 'Heat the mixture over low heat, allowing it to simmer for 10-15 minutes.', 'Strain the decoction through a cheesecloth or a fine-mesh sieve into a clean container.']}, {'preparation_name': 'elixir', 'preparation_mentions': 9, 'preparation_difficulty_score': 9.11, 'preparation_health_score': 8.89, 'preparation_usage_score': 3.0, 'preparation_power_score': 8.56, 'preparation_total_score': 4.43}, {'preparation_name': 'ointment', 'preparation_mentions': 10, 'preparation_difficulty_score': 6.7, 'preparation_health_score': 7.3, 'preparation_usage_score': 5.9, 'preparation_power_score': 6.4, 'preparation_total_score': 4.38}, {'preparation_name': 'powder', 'preparation_mentions': 4, 'preparation_difficulty_score': 4.75, 'preparation_health_score': 6.75, 'preparation_usage_score': 3.5, 'preparation_power_score': 5.25, 'preparation_total_score': 1.35}, {'preparation_name': 'gel', 'preparation_mentions': 3, 'preparation_difficulty_score': 6.67, 'preparation_health_score': 7.33, 'preparation_usage_score': 5.0, 'preparation_power_score': 6.0, 'preparation_total_score': 1.25}, {'preparation_name': 'essential oil', 'preparation_mentions': 2, 'preparation_difficulty_score': 9.5, 'preparation_health_score': 7.0, 'preparation_usage_score': 2.5, 'preparation_power_score': 7.0, 'preparation_total_score': 0.87}, {'preparation_name': 'oil', 'preparation_mentions': 2, 'preparation_difficulty_score': 4.5, 'preparation_health_score': 7.5, 'preparation_usage_score': 7.0, 'preparation_power_score': 6.0, 'preparation_total_score': 0.83}, {'preparation_name': 'infused oil', 'preparation_mentions': 2, 'preparation_difficulty_score': 5.5, 'preparation_health_score': 8.0, 'preparation_usage_score': 4.5, 'preparation_power_score': 7.0, 'preparation_total_score': 0.83}, {'preparation_name': 'poultice', 'preparation_mentions': 2, 'preparation_difficulty_score': 6.0, 'preparation_health_score': 7.5, 'preparation_usage_score': 4.0, 'preparation_power_score': 6.5, 'preparation_total_score': 0.8}, {'preparation_name': 'cream', 'preparation_mentions': 1, 'preparation_difficulty_score': 7.0, 'preparation_health_score': 8.0, 'preparation_usage_score': 7.0, 'preparation_power_score': 7.0, 'preparation_total_score': 0.48}, {'preparation_name': 'syrup', 'preparation_mentions': 1, 'preparation_difficulty_score': 8.0, 'preparation_health_score': 8.0, 'preparation_usage_score': 4.0, 'preparation_power_score': 7.0, 'preparation_total_score': 0.45}]side effects
[{'side_effect_name': 'Experience Nausea', 'side_effect_list_description': 'Nausea occurs in individuals who consume Epimedium sagittatum.'}, {'side_effect_name': 'Suffer Dizziness', 'side_effect_list_description': 'Dizziness occurs due to the effect of Epimedium sagittatum on the central nervous system.'}, {'side_effect_name': 'Develop Vomiting', 'side_effect_list_description': 'Consumption of Epimedium sagittatum causes nausea and vomiting.'}, {'side_effect_name': 'Show Abdominal Pain', 'side_effect_list_description': 'Abdominal pain occurs due to the toxic glycosides present in Epimedium sagittatum.'}, {'side_effect_name': 'Experience Headache', 'side_effect_list_description': "Headache occurs due to Epimedium sagittatum's stimulatory effect on the nervous system."}, {'side_effect_name': 'Develop Diarrhea', 'side_effect_list_description': 'Ingestion of Epimedium sagittatum causes gastrointestinal irritation leading to watery stools.'}, {'side_effect_name': 'Suffer Fatigue', 'side_effect_list_description': 'Experiencing physical and mental exhaustion due to decreased energy production'}, {'side_effect_name': 'Experience Insomnia', 'side_effect_list_description': 'Consuming Epimedium sagittatum may lead to difficulty falling or staying asleep, resulting in insomnia.'}, {'side_effect_name': 'Develop Allergic Reactions', 'side_effect_list_description': "Contact dermatitis and other allergic reactions occur due to Epimedium sagittatum's allergenic sap."}, {'side_effect_name': 'Show Interactions with Medications', 'side_effect_list_description': 'Epimedium sagittatum interacts with blood thinners such as warfarin, increasing risk of bleeding.'}]
