Chlorogalum pomeridianum

Chlorogalum pomeridianum
Family:Chlorogalum pomeridianum; Antidandruff; Antirheumatic; Antiseptic; Diuretic; Laxative; Poultice; Skin.
Common name:Soap lily
Soap lily bulbs contain saponins a medicinally active ingredient that is of particular value as an antiseptic wash. Saponins are somewhat toxic and so any internal use of this plant should be carried out with great care. The bulb is antiseptic carminative diuretic and laxative. A decoction has been used to treat wind in the stomach. Externally the bulbs have been rubbed on rheumatic joints. The pounded bulbs were mixed with water and used as a hair wash in the treatment of dandruff to prevent lice and also to treat skin irritations including that caused by poison oak. A poultice of the baked bulbs has been used as an antiseptic on skin sores.

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