Menispermum canadense

Menispermum canadense
Family:Menispermum canadense; Bitter; Diuretic; Laxative; Purgative; Tonic.
Common name:Canada moonseed
Canada moonseed has occasionally been used in the past for its medicinal virtues though it is little if at all used in modern herbalism. The roots are a bitter tonic diuretic laxative nervine purgative (in large doses) stomachic and tonic. A tea made from the root has been used in the treatment of indigestion arthritis bowel disorders and as a blood cleanser. The root is applied externally as a salve on chronic sores. Use with caution see notes above on toxicity.

Herbal Database

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