The artichoke (Cynara scolymus) is an ancient medicinal plant that belongs to the daisy family. It is a thistle-like plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is very popular as a delicacy in the kitchen, but is also valuable as a medicinal plant.
Ingredients
In 2003, the artichoke received the award "Medicinal Plant of the Year" because it contains many valuable ingredients. It is mainly the artichoke leaves that are used as medicines. Active ingredients are flavonoids, bitter substances and the phenolic carboxylic acid cynarin.