Rhus diversiloba

Rhus diversiloba
Family:Rhus diversiloba; Antidote; Contraceptive; Ophthalmic; Warts.
Common name:Western poison oak
Western poison oak was employed medicinally by some native North American Indian tribes who used it to treat various complaints. In view of the potential toxicity of the plant extreme caution is advised in any use of it. A leaf has been swallowed in the spring as a contraceptive. A tincture of the fresh leaves has been used in the treatment of eczema and skin diseases. It is also used in the treatment of warts ringworm etc. A poultice of the fresh leaves has been applied to rattlesnake bites. The leaf buds have been eaten in the spring in order to obtain immunity from the plant poisons. A moxa of the plant has been used in the treatment of warts and ringworm. The juice of the plant has been used as a treatment for warts. An infusion of the dried roots has been taken in order to give immunity against any further poisoning. A decoction of the roots has been used as drops in the eyes to heal tiny sores inside the eyelids and to improve vision.

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