Parthenocissus quinquefolia

Parthenocissus quinquefolia
Family:Parthenocissus quinquefolia; Alterative; Astringent; Diuretic; Expectorant; Tonic.
Common name:Virginia creeper
The bark and fresh young shoots are aperient alterative emetic expectorant and tonic. A hot decoction can be used as a poultice to help reduce swellings. A tea made from the leaves is aperient astringent and diuretic. It is used as a wash on swellings and poison ivy rash. A tea made from the plant is used in the treatment of jaundice. A tea made from the roots is used in the treatment of gonorrhoea and diarrhoea. The fruit is useful in treating fevers.

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