Rubus allegheniensis

Rubus allegheniensis
Family:Rubus allegheniensis; Antihaemorrhoidal; Antirheumatic; Astringent; Diuretic; Ophthalmic; Stimulant; TB; Tonic.
Common name:Alleghany blackberry
The roots are antihaemorrhoidal antirheumatic astringent stimulant and tonic. An infusion can be used in the treatment of stomach complaints diarrhoea piles coughs and colds tuberculosis and rheumatism. The infusion has also been used by women threatened with a miscarriage. The root can be chewed to treat a coated tongue. An infusion of the root has been used as a wash for sore eyes. The leaves are astringent. An infusion can be used in the treatment of diarrhoea. An infusion of the bark has been used in the treatment of urinary problems. A decoction of the stems has been used as a diuretic.

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