Iris pseudacorus

Iris pseudacorus
Family:Iris pseudacorus; Astringent; Cathartic; Emetic; Emmenagogue; Odontalgic.
Common name:Yellow flag
The fresh root is astringent cathartic emetic emmenagogue and odontalgic. A slice of the root held against an aching tooth is said to bring immediate relief. It was at one time widely used as a powerful cathartic but is seldom used nowadays because of its extremely acrid nature. It can also cause violent vomiting and diarrhoea. When dried the root loses its acridity and then only acts as an astringent.

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