Cistaceae Alterative Frostweed

Cistaceae Alterative Frostweed
Family:Cistaceae Alterative; Antiscrophulatic; Astringent; Cancer; Tonic.
Common name:Frostweed
The dried leaves are alterative antiscrofulatic astringent and tonic.A tea made from the leaves is used in the treatment of kidney ailments and sore throats. A strong leaf tea has been used in the treatment of scrofula. It is applied externally to skin diseases and eye infections. It is said that an oil helpful in the treatment of cancer has been obtained from the plant.Some caution is advised since an overdose can cause nausea and vomiting.

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