Pycnanthemum flexuosum

Pycnanthemum flexuosum
Family:Pycnanthemum flexuosum; Analgesic; Diaphoretic; Febrifuge; Stomachic.
Common name:Mountain mint
The leaves and flowering stems are popularly used in the treatment of bowel complaints. A hot infusion of the plant is diaphoretic. The plant is also used internally in the treatment of stomach upsets fevers colds and sinus headaches. A poultice of the leaves is used in the treatment of headaches. A warm infusion of the plant has been used to bathe an inflamed penis. The plant is harvested as it comes into flower and can be used fresh or dried.

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