Ledum groenlandicum

Ledum groenlandicum
Family:Ledum groenlandicum; Analgesic; Birthing aid; Blood purifier; Diaphoretic; Diuretic; Kidney; Narcotic; Pectoral; Poultice; Salve; Tonic.
Common name:Labrador tea
Labrador tea was employed medicinally by several native North American Indian tribes who used it to treat a variety of complaints. In modern herbalism it is occasionally used externally to treat a range of skin problems. The leaves are analgesic blood purifier diaphoretic diuretic pectoral and tonic. A tea is taken internally in the treatment of headaches asthma colds stomach aches kidney ailments etc. Externally it is used as a wash for burns ulcers itches chapped skin stings dandruff etc. An ointment made from the powdered leaves or roots has been used to treat ulcers cracked nipples burns and scalds. The plant is apparently a mild narcotic it was taken by Indian women three times daily shortly before giving birth.

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