Cirsium arvense

Cirsium arvense
Family:Cirsium arvense; Antiphlogistic; Astringent; Diuretic; Emetic; Emmenagogue; Hepatic; Tonic.
Common name:Creeping thistle
The root is tonic diuretic astringent antiphlogistic and hepatic. It has been chewed as a remedy for toothache. A decoction of the roots has been used to treat worms in children. The plant contains a volatile alkaloid and a glycoside called cnicin which has emetic and emmenagogue properties. The leaves are antiphlogistic. They cause inflammation and have irritating properties.

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