Gutierrezia sarothrae

Gutierrezia sarothrae
Family:Gutierrezia sarothrae; Antirheumatic; Astringent; Cathartic; Diuretic; Laxative; Pectoral; Sedative; Skin; Stings; Stomachic.
Common name:Broomweed
Broomweed was widely employed medicinally by several native North American Indian tribes who used it to treat a variety of complaints. It is little if at all used in modern herbalism. A decoction of the roots has been used in the treatment of painful urination diarrhoea and stomach aches. The roots have been placed in boiling water and the steam inhaled in the treatment of respiratory complaints. The flowers are laxative. A decoction of the fresh flowers has been used in the treatment of diarrhoea. The leaves are cathartic febrifuge and sedative. An infusion has been used in the treatment of coughs and colds. It has also been used as a bath to treat fevers and sores including those caused by venereal diseases. A poultice of the moistened leaves has been used to treat bruises wounds sprains nose bleeds and insect stings. A strong black infusion of the plant has been used as a rub on rheumatic joints.

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