Anchusa azurea

Anchusa azurea
Family:Anchusa azurea; Antitussive; Depurative; Diaphoretic; Diuretic; Poultice.
Common name:Anchusa
The whole plant is antitussive depurative diaphoretic and diuretic. It is harvested when in flower and dried for later use. The dried and powdered herb is used as a poultice to treat inflammations. Use internally with caution the plant contains the alkaloid cynoglossine which can have a paralyzing effect.

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