Parts Usually Used

Root, leaves
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Where Found

Southwestern United States.
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Medicinal Properties

Astringent, carminative, antiemetic
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Uses

It is used for diarrhea, dysentery, malarial fevers, pulmonary problems, catarrhal conditions, indigestion, cough, and digestive weakness. Externally it is used as a tincture or ointment for infections, especially fungal infections.

A tea made from the whole plant used as a drink for any venereal disease.
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Formulas or Dosages

Fluid extracts: 10-60 drops every 3-4 hours, standard infusion.
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Bibliography

• Planetary Herbology, by Michael Tierra, C.A., N.D., O.M.D., pgs., 344-345.
• American Folk Medicine, by Clarence Meyer, pg., 296.
• The Rodale Herb Book, edited by William H. Hylton, pg., 101.

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