Asclepias incarnata

Asclepias incarnata
Family:Asclepias incarnata; Anthelmintic; Carminative; Diuretic; Emetic; Laxative; Stomachic.
Common name:Swamp milkweed
A tea made from the roots is anthelmintic carminative diuretic emetic strongly laxative and stomachic. The tea is said to remove tapeworms from the body in one hour. It has also been used in the treatment of asthma rheumatism syphilis worms and as a heart tonic. An infusion of the roots is used as a strengthening bath for children and adults.

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