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Description
The natural distribution range of Yucca covers a vast area of North and Central America. Yucca can grow in any state in the United States. Yuccas have adapted to an equally vast range of climatic and ecological conditions. They are to be found in rocky deserts and badlands, in prairies and grassland, in mountainous regions, in light woodland, in coastal sands and even in subtropical and semi-temperate zones, although these are generally arid to semi-arid.
Medicinal
Yucca is used for arthritis, rheumatism, gout, urethritis and prostates. At one time it was considered an important source of phytosterols and used in the manufacturing of steroidal hormones. Yucca has been shown to have some activity against one strain of melanoma. The amino acids in Yucca's leaves have been shown to inhibit viruses, namely herpes simplex viruses 1 or 2 and cytomegalovirus. One possible biochemical mechanism responsible for Yucca's anti-inflammatory benefits lies in the plant’s steroidal saponins interacting with steroid receptors in the body, altering prostaglandin synthesis. Another possibility is that these chemicals may induce the production of anti-inflammatory steroidal compounds in the human body.
Sources
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yucca
http://findmeacure.com/2012/02/03/yucca-filamentosa/
Disclaimer:
This information is for educational purposes only. Plant Sale does not and can not take any responsibility for any adverse effects from the use of plants. Plant Sale makes no claims to the medicinal/edible effects of these plants. In fact, plants may be harmful or even deadly if taken for the wrong conditions, used in excessive amounts, or combined with other drugs. Consult your doctor about your health conditions and the use of plant-based remedies. Always seek advice from a professional before using a plant medicinally/edibly. The statements on this site have not been evaluated by the FDA. Use information wisely and at your own risk.
The natural distribution range of Yucca covers a vast area of North and Central America. Yucca can grow in any state in the United States. Yuccas have adapted to an equally vast range of climatic and ecological conditions. They are to be found in rocky deserts and badlands, in prairies and grassland, in mountainous regions, in light woodland, in coastal sands and even in subtropical and semi-temperate zones, although these are generally arid to semi-arid.
Medicinal
Yucca is used for arthritis, rheumatism, gout, urethritis and prostates. At one time it was considered an important source of phytosterols and used in the manufacturing of steroidal hormones. Yucca has been shown to have some activity against one strain of melanoma. The amino acids in Yucca's leaves have been shown to inhibit viruses, namely herpes simplex viruses 1 or 2 and cytomegalovirus. One possible biochemical mechanism responsible for Yucca's anti-inflammatory benefits lies in the plant’s steroidal saponins interacting with steroid receptors in the body, altering prostaglandin synthesis. Another possibility is that these chemicals may induce the production of anti-inflammatory steroidal compounds in the human body.
Sources
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yucca
http://findmeacure.com/2012/02/03/yucca-filamentosa/
Disclaimer:
This information is for educational purposes only. Plant Sale does not and can not take any responsibility for any adverse effects from the use of plants. Plant Sale makes no claims to the medicinal/edible effects of these plants. In fact, plants may be harmful or even deadly if taken for the wrong conditions, used in excessive amounts, or combined with other drugs. Consult your doctor about your health conditions and the use of plant-based remedies. Always seek advice from a professional before using a plant medicinally/edibly. The statements on this site have not been evaluated by the FDA. Use information wisely and at your own risk.