Onopordum acanthium

Onopordum acanthium
Family:Onopordum acanthium; Astringent; Cancer; Cardiotonic.
Common name:Scotch thistle
The flowering plant is cardiotonic. It is used in some proprietary heart medicines. The juice of the plant has been used with good effect in the treatment of cancers and ulcers. A decoction of the root is astringent. It is used to diminish discharges from mucous membranes.

Herbal Database

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