Greater celandine (Chelidonn)
Chelidonium majus
Greater celandine
Chelidonn
Grande chélidoine
Chelidonium majus
Traditionally used
Greater celandine has been traditionally used to support liver and gallbladder function, particularly for sluggish digestion and bile flow. The fresh latex from the stem is applied topically to warts and other skin growths, while internal preparations address digestive spasms and stomach complaints.
Prepared as
Fresh latex is applied directly to warts several times daily until resolved. For internal use, prepare as a weak tea using 1 teaspoon of dried herb per cup of hot water, steeped for 10 minutes and taken in small doses.
In three languages
Kreyòl — Gran chelidonn yo te konn sèvi ak li pou ede fwa ak vesikil biliè a, sitou pou dijèsyon ki rete ak sikile bil ki pa bon. Yo mete dlo blan ki nan tij la sou po a pou verite ak lòt bagay ki pouse sou po a, pandan y ap sèvi ak preparasyon anndan an pou spasm nan vant ak pwoblèm lestomak yo.
Français — La grande chélidoine est traditionnellement utilisée pour soutenir les fonctions hépatiques et biliaires, particulièrement en cas de digestion lente et de mauvaise circulation biliaire. Le latex frais de la tige est appliqué localement sur les verrues et autres excroissances cutanées, tandis que les préparations internes traitent les spasmes digestifs et les troubles gastriques.
Safety
Safety notes for this plant are still being written. Until they are, treat it with a cautious hand.
Plants can look similar and be misidentified — always verify with a local herbalist or guide before use.
Kept alongside