Lithospermum incisum

Lithospermum incisum
Family:Lithospermum incisum; Contraceptive; Kidney; Miscellany; Ophthalmic; Pectoral; Stomachic.
Common name:Gromwell
The root has been chewed by some native North American Indian tribes as a treatment for colds. The finely powdered leaves root and stem have been rubbed on the body in the treatment of paralyzed limbs. An infusion of the root has been used in the treatment of stomach aches and kidney problems. The plant has been eaten as an oral contraceptive and also as a treatment for lung haemorrhages coughs and colds. A cold infusion of the pulverized root and seed has been used as an eyewash. This plant was used as a medicine by various native North American Indian tribes and interest in the plant has revived recently as a possible source of modern drugs.

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