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Hypotensive — herbalism term · PlantSage glossary

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Hypotensive defined

— Lowers blood pressure.

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The definition

Plants that reduce elevated blood pressure. Best used as adjuncts to lifestyle, not as monotherapy for severe hypertension. Effects are typically modest but compound with diet and exercise.

Mechanism

Vasodilation (garlic, hawthorn), diuresis (dandelion), beta-blockade-like effects (motherwort), or calcium-channel modulation.

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Example plants

Classic species in this category from the PlantSage archive.

Hawthorn
Crataegus monogyna
Garlic
Allium sativum
Olive
Olea europaea
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See also

Cardiotonic

Strengthens heart muscle and function.

Vasodilator

Widens blood vessels, improving flow.

Diuretic

Increases urine output.

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