General Info

Description

Herb with a few tuberous roots, variegated, cordate leaves, pale rose, monoecious flowers and large, pubescent, winged capsules. The leaves have an acidic taste and are eaten as a pot-herb.

Herb Effects

Anodyne, ophthalmic, poultice stomachic.

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Medicinal Use

As a remedy for colic and dysentery; to relieve headaches (plant juice); as an eye wash to treat conjunctivitis (root juice)

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